Roberts Wesleyan University Admission Requirements

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Roberts Wesleyan University Admission Overview

Roberts Wesleyan University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Roberts Wesleyan University admitted 70.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.6 GPA (A-) and SAT 990-1305. Roberts Wesleyan 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

Roberts Wesleyan University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

70.6%

Admission Standards

Challenging

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Roberts Wesleyan University

Acceptance Rate

The Roberts Wesleyan University acceptance rate is 70.6%. Last year, 1,051 of 1,488 applicants were admitted. That is the 75th lowest acceptance rate in New York.

Admission Selectivity

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

Roberts Wesleyan University is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Roberts Wesleyan University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.6. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 19% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Roberts Wesleyan University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.6

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.6

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Roberts Wesleyan University typically have around a 3.6 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Roberts Wesleyan University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

27% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #37 in New York for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Roberts Wesleyan University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 27.1% Good
3.75 to 3.99 18.7% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 20.2% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 9.36% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.3% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 9.9% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.5% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Roberts Wesleyan University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

990-1305

Freshmen who sent SAT

9%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 505
  • Math 485
  • Composite 990
SAT 25th percentile scores for Roberts Wesleyan University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 670
  • Math 635
  • Composite 1305
SAT 75th percentile scores for Roberts Wesleyan University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Roberts Wesleyan University typically score around a 1150 SAT (middle 50% 990–1305) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 68th percentile nationally. Roberts Wesleyan University ranks #77 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 990 to 1305

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SAT policy

Roberts Wesleyan 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 1150 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.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Roberts Wesleyan University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1305+ Above 75th >82%
1150 to 1305 Avg + 71%-82%
990 to 1150 Avg - 56%-71%
Below 990 Below mid-50 <56%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Roberts Wesleyan University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

Not Reported

Freshmen reporting ACT

2%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 25th percentile scores for Roberts Wesleyan University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 75th percentile scores for Roberts Wesleyan University

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

63% of Roberts Wesleyan University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 40% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Roberts Wesleyan University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 24%
Top 25% of class 40%
Top 50% of class 63%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Roberts Wesleyan University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 885 603 1,488
Accepted 669 382 1,051
Acceptance Rate 76% 63% 71%
Enrolled 110 90 200
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 16% 24% 19%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

Roberts Wesleyan University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 25, 2027

Days left to Apply

359

Applicants have 359 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 25, 2027.

Application Fee

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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Roberts Wesleyan University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Roberts Wesleyan University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 70.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.6 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (990-1305); 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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Last updated: August 2026