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Wesleyan College Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Wesleyan College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

66.8%
Admission Difficulty for Wesleyan College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Wesleyan College is 66.8%.  Its admission rate is the 27th lowest in Georgia.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Wesleyan College and can you get accepted?

Wesleyan College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 867 out of the 1,298 who applied were admitted.

Wesleyan College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.28. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Wesleyan College?

67% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Wesleyan College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.28 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Score 1120 on the SAT
  • Score 23 on the ACT

Wesleyan College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.28

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into Wesleyan College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Wesleyan College are to have around a 3.28 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Wesleyan College accepts 67% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Wesleyan College is 3.28 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #29 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Wesleyan College is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Wesleyan College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 6.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 8.0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 18.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 21.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 25.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 18.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 4.0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Wesleyan College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Wesleyan College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. .

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1033-1210

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Wesleyan College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 560
Math 25th Percentile 473
Composite 25th Percentile 1033
SAT Scores for Wesleyan College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 630
Math 75th Percentile 580
Composite 75th Percentile 1210
Average SAT Score 1120

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Wesleyan College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Wesleyan College is 1120 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1033-1210. Students who get into Wesleyan College score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Wesleyan College ranks #17 in the state of Georgia for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1120 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Wesleyan College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1033 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1033, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 950, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Wesleyan College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1120 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1121, you have around a 67% chance of being admitted. A 1210 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 79% chance of getting in.

Wesleyan College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1210 and Above Good >79%
1121 to 1210 Avg + 67%-79%
1033 to 1121 Avg - 52%-67%
945 to 1033 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 945 Low <36%
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Wesleyan College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

22-25 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for Wesleyan College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 21
Math 25th Percentile 19
Composite 25th Percentile 22
ACT Scores for Wesleyan College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 29
Math 75th Percentile 25
Composite 75th Percentile 25
Average ACT Score 23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Wesleyan College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Wesleyan College is 23, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 22 and 25.  The school ranks #14 in Georgia for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 23. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 22 and score in the score in the top 37 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 20.

0 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Wesleyan College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Wesleyan College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Wesleyan College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 23 score has around 67% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 83% with a 25 ACT score.

Wesleyan College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
25 and Above Good >83%
23 to 25 Avg + 67%-83%
22 to 23 Avg - 57%-67%
21 to 22 Reach 46%-57%
Less than 21 Low <46%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Wesleyan College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,298 0 1,298
Accepted 867 0 867
Acceptance Rate 67% NaN 67%
Enrolled 122 0 122
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 14% NaN 14%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Wesleyan College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Wesleyan College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Wesleyan College Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Wesleyan College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Wesleyan College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.28 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1120 on the SAT and 23 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=141325 IPEDS survey data for Wesleyan College.

Last updated February 24, 2024