West Virginia University

It is moderately difficult to get into West Virginia University.

If you are considering submitting an application to West Virginia University, the application fee is $50.

West Virginia University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of West Virginia University's admissions stats.

West Virginia University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	23%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	81%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	58%
Waitlist	No

West Virginia University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for West Virginia University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Applying Early to West Virginia University?

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West Virginia University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on West Virginia University Admissions

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Is West Virginia University Challenging To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into West Virginia University. West Virginia University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, West Virginia University **accepted .

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like West Virginia University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to West Virginia University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to West Virginia University

West Virginia University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does West Virginia University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at West Virginia University

Wondering what factors are considered by West Virginia University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
State Residency	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

Make sure to check with West Virginia University for more information on admission factors.

West Virginia University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to West Virginia University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with West Virginia University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	ACT/SAT Scores
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into West Virginia University?

Students admitted to West Virginia University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 56% submitted a class rank. At West Virginia University 23% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 51% were in the top 25% and 79% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At West Virginia University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to West Virginia University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

West Virginia University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 81% of West Virginia University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 58% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for West Virginia University?

To be competitive with other West Virginia University applicants, you should strive to earn between 1040 and 1230 (or higher!) on the SAT. At West Virginia University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1230 and 25% of scored lower than 1040, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of West Virginia University students scored 620 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of West Virginia University students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.

To be most competitive at West Virginia University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for West Virginia University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for West Virginia University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to West Virginia University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to West Virginia University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in West Virginia University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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West Virginia University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to West Virginia University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to West Virginia University.

Does West Virginia University accept transfer credits?

✅ West Virginia University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. West Virginia University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does West Virginia University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ West Virginia University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to West Virginia University?

❌ No, West Virginia University is test optional, so you can make the call if you want to to submit your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at West Virginia University?

❌ West Virginia University does not offer early decision.

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