Admission Statistics
For the academic year 2022-23, VWC's acceptance rate is 81.43% and the yield (also known as enrollment rate) is 20.09%. 710 men and 1,008 women applied to VWC and 570 men and 829 women students were accepted.
Among them, 133 men and 148 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 VWC.
| Total | Men | Women | Another Gender | Gender Unknown | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applicants | 1,718 | 710 | 1,008 | 0 | 0 |
| Admitted | 1,399 | 570 | 829 | 0 | 0 |
| Enrolled | 281 | 133 | 148 | 0 | 0 |
| Acceptance Rate | 81.43% | 80.28% | 82.24% | - | - |
| Yield | 20.09% | 23.33% | 17.85% | - | - |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) (Last update: December 11, 2023)
SAT and ACT Score Distribution
In 2023, 27 students (10% of enrolled) have submitted their SAT scores and 12 students (4%) have submitted their ACT scores for seeking degrees at VWC.
The median SAT score is 1,260 with 650 SAT EBRW and 610 SAT Math median scores. The 75th percentile SAT score of EBRW (Evidence-Based Reading / Writing) is 695 and the 25th percentile is 605. The SAT Math 75th percentile score is 670 and 25th percentile is 585 .
The median ACT composite score is 28 with 75th percentile score of 29 and 25th percentile score of 27 at VWC. The median ACT math score is 26 and the ACT English score is 27.
The SAT and ACT scores at Virginia Wesleyan University are similar to the average score 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 | 1190 | 1260 | 1365 |
| SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 605 | 650 | 695 |
| SAT Math | 585 | 610 | 670 |
| ACT Composite | 27 | 28 | 29 |
| ACT Math | 25 | 26 | 27 |
| ACT English | 25 | 27 | 28 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) (Last update: December 11, 2023)
Application Requirements
It requires to submit High School GPA, High School Record (or Transcript), and Completion of College Preparatory Program to its applicants.
The SAT and ACT test score is not reqired, but considered in admission process at VWC. The english proficiency test is not reqired, but considered.
The next table summarizes the application requirements to apply Virginia Wesleyan University.
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) | Required |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Considered, if submitted |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies | Considered, if submitted |
| SAT / ACT | Considered, if submitted |
| English Proficiency Test | Considered, if submitted |
| Other Test (Wonderlic,WISC-III,etc) | Not Considered |
| Work experience | Considered, if submitted |
| Personal statement or essay | Not Considered |
| Legacy status | Considered, if submitted |
General Admissions Information
The next table provides general admission information for applying to VWC.
| Open Admission Policy | No |
|---|---|
| Admission Information | https://www.vwu.edu/enrollment-aid/ |
| Online Application | https://www.vwu.edu/enrollment-aid/apply-now.php |
| Calendar System | Four-one-four plan |
| Credits Accepted | Dual Credits, Credits for Life Experiences, Advanced placement (AP) Credits |
| Degree Offered | 1-Year Certificate, Bachelor, Master |