William Penn University Admission Requirements
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William Penn University Admission Overview
William Penn University admission requirements are competitive. Last year William Penn University admitted 51.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.0 GPA (B) and SAT 880-1110 / ACT 16-22. William Penn University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
William Penn University is test-optional for 2026-27. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
William Penn University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Average
Admission difficulty for William Penn University
Acceptance Rate
The William Penn University acceptance rate is 51.9%. Last year, 677 of 1,305 applicants were admitted. That is the 2nd lowest acceptance rate in Iowa.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into William Penn University and can you get accepted?
William Penn University is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
William Penn University typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.0. 42% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
William Penn University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.0Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
BAverage GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.0
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at William Penn University typically have around a 3.0 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. William Penn University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #30 in Iowa for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.0 GPA range.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
William Penn University Test Policy
Test Submission Requirements
William Penn University does not require SAT or ACT scores for first-year admission. Applicants should have a 2.0 high school GPA. Scores may be sent if you have them and are used for academic scholarships. Students who finished high school more than five years ago do not send ACT or SAT results.
Cycle: 2026-27. Source: https://www.wmpenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-2026-Academic-Catalog_12-23-25-REV1.pdf
William Penn University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
880-1110Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
21%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 450
- Math 430
- Composite 880
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 570
- Math 540
- Composite 1110
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at William Penn University typically score around a 1000 SAT (middle 50% 880–1110) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 40th percentile nationally. William Penn University ranks #24 in the state of Iowa for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 880 to 1110
SAT policy
William Penn University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1000 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
William Penn University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
16-22Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
32%25th Percentile Scores
- English 14
- Math 16
- Composite 16
75th Percentile Scores
- English 21
- Math 19
- Composite 22
Average ACT
Incoming testers at William Penn University typically have around a 19 ACT (mid-50 16–22) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 44th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. William Penn University places #24 among colleges in Iowa for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 16 to 22
ACT policy
You may apply to William Penn University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 19.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to William Penn University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Test scores: school admissions site, 2026-27. Other fields: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to William Penn University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
William Penn University is test-optional for 2026-27. Last year it admitted 51.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.0 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (880-1110); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=154590.
GPA calculator: William Penn University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026