Admission Statistics
For the academic year 2022-23, W&J's acceptance rate is 88.08% and the yield (also known as enrollment rate) is 11.57%. 1,650 men and 1,764 women applied to W&J and 1,428 men and 1,579 women students were accepted.
Among them, 187 men and 161 women were enrolled in the school (Fall 2022).
The following table and chart show the admission statistics including the number of applicants, acceptance rate, and yield at W&J.
| Total | Men | Women | Another Gender | Gender Unknown | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applicants | 3,414 | 1,650 | 1,764 | 0 | 0 |
| Admitted | 3,007 | 1,428 | 1,579 | 0 | 0 |
| Enrolled | 348 | 187 | 161 | 0 | 0 |
| Acceptance Rate | 88.08% | 86.55% | 89.51% | - | - |
| Yield | 11.57% | 13.10% | 10.20% | - | - |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) (Last update: December 11, 2023)
SAT and ACT Score Distribution
In 2023, 146 students (42% of enrolled) have submitted their SAT scores and 48 students (14%) have submitted their ACT scores for seeking degrees at W&J.
The median SAT score is 1,130 with 570 SAT EBRW and 560 SAT Math median scores. The 75th percentile SAT score of EBRW (Evidence-Based Reading / Writing) is 630 and the 25th percentile is 510. The SAT Math 75th percentile score is 620 and 25th percentile is 500 .
The median ACT composite score is 24 with 75th percentile score of 28 and 25th percentile score of 19 at W&J. The median ACT math score is 25 and the ACT English score is 21.
The SAT and ACT scores at Washington & Jefferson College are relatively low compared to similar colleges (SAT: 1,279, ACT: 28 - private (not-for-profit) baccalaureate college - arts & sciences).
| 25th Percentile | 50th Percentile (Median) | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Total | 1010 | 1130 | 1250 |
| SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 510 | 570 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 500 | 560 | 620 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 25 | 27 |
| ACT English | 17 | 21 | 30 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) (Last update: December 11, 2023)
Application Requirements
It requires to submit High School GPA and English Proficiency Test to its applicants.
The SAT and ACT test score is not reqired, but considered in admission process at W&J. The english proficiency test is reqired .
The next table summarizes the application requirements to apply Washington & Jefferson College.
For more admission information such as minimum GPA and deadlines, see its online application page .
| High School GPA | Required |
|---|---|
| High School Rank | Considered, if submitted |
| High School Record (or Transcript) | Considered, if submitted |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Considered, if submitted |
| Recommendations | Considered, if submitted |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies | Not Considered |
| SAT / ACT | Considered, if submitted |
| English Proficiency Test | Required |
| Other Test (Wonderlic,WISC-III,etc) | Not Considered |
| Work experience | Considered, if submitted |
| Personal statement or essay | Considered, if submitted |
| Legacy status | Not Considered |
General Admissions Information
The next table provides general admission information for applying to W&J.
| Open Admission Policy | No |
|---|---|
| Admission Information | www.washjeff.edu/future-students/ |
| Online Application | https://www.washjeff.edu/future-students/apply/ |
| Calendar System | Four-one-four plan |
| Credits Accepted | Dual Credits, Advanced placement (AP) Credits |
| Degree Offered | Bachelor, Post-Bachelor Certificate, Master |