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North Carolina Wesleyan College Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into North Carolina Wesleyan College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

68.4%
Admission Difficulty for North Carolina Wesleyan College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at North Carolina Wesleyan College is 68.4%.  Its admission rate is the 23rd lowest in North Carolina.

Admission Selectivity

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

North Carolina Wesleyan College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,628 out of the 2,379 who applied were admitted.

North Carolina Wesleyan College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.2. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 15% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into North Carolina Wesleyan College?

68% 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 North Carolina Wesleyan College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.2 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Score 990 on the SAT
  • Score 18 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

North Carolina Wesleyan College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.2

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into North Carolina Wesleyan College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into North Carolina Wesleyan College are to have around a 3.2 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as North Carolina Wesleyan College accepts 68% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at North Carolina Wesleyan College is 3.2 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 #34 in North Carolina for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since North Carolina 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 3.2 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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North Carolina Wesleyan College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by North Carolina Wesleyan College. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

860-1120

Applicants Submitting SAT 

35%
SAT Scores for North Carolina Wesleyan College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 440
Math 25th Percentile 420
Composite 25th Percentile 860
SAT Scores for North Carolina Wesleyan College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 560
Math 75th Percentile 560
Composite 75th Percentile 1120
Average SAT Score 990

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at North Carolina Wesleyan College is 990 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 860-1120. Students who get into North Carolina Wesleyan College score in the top 83 percent of all SAT test takers..  North Carolina Wesleyan College ranks #39 in the state of North Carolina for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 990 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. North Carolina Wesleyan College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 860 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 860, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 730, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

North Carolina 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 considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 990 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 990, you have around a 68% chance of being admitted. A 1120 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 80% chance of getting in.

North Carolina Wesleyan College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1120 and Above Good >80%
990 to 1120 Avg + 68%-80%
860 to 990 Avg - 53%-68%
730 to 860 Reach 37%-53%
Less than 730 Low <37%
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North Carolina Wesleyan College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

15-21 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

49%
ACT Scores for North Carolina Wesleyan College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 12
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 15
ACT Scores for North Carolina Wesleyan College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 20
Math 75th Percentile 21
Composite 75th Percentile 21
Average ACT Score 18

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to North Carolina Wesleyan College is 18, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 15 and 21.  The school ranks #42 in North Carolina for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 18. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 15 and score in the score in the top 81 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 12.

49 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to North Carolina Wesleyan College.

Score Submission Requirements

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

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 North Carolina Wesleyan College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 18 score has around 68% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 80% with a 21 ACT score.

North Carolina Wesleyan College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
21 and Above Good >80%
18 to 21 Avg + 68%-80%
15 to 18 Avg - 53%-68%
12 to 15 Reach 37%-53%
Less than 12 Low <37%
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High School Class Rank

52% of North Carolina Wesleyan College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 23% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted North Carolina Wesleyan College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 8%
Top 25% of class 23%
Top 50% of class 52%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

North Carolina Wesleyan College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 666 1,713 2,379
Accepted 438 1,190 1,628
Acceptance Rate 66% 69% 68%
Enrolled 86 163 249
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 20% 14% 15%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

North Carolina Wesleyan College Application Requirements
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA Not considered for admission, even if submitted
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

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

Admission Requirements Summary

Because North Carolina Wesleyan College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.2 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 990 on the SAT and 18 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to North Carolina Wesleyan College often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=199209 IPEDS survey data for North Carolina Wesleyan College.

Last updated February 24, 2024