Wittenberg University Admission Requirements

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Wittenberg University Admission Overview

Wittenberg University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Wittenberg University admitted 72.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.6 GPA (A-) and SAT 980-1275 / ACT 21-28. Wittenberg 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

Wittenberg University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

72.3%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Wittenberg University

Acceptance Rate

The Wittenberg University acceptance rate is 72.3%. Last year, 3,276 of 4,528 applicants were admitted. That is the 28th lowest acceptance rate in Ohio.

Admission Selectivity

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

Wittenberg 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.

Wittenberg 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. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Wittenberg University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.6

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.6

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Wittenberg 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. Wittenberg University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

20% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #22 in Ohio 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 Wittenberg University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 20.4% Good
3.75 to 3.99 16.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 18.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 16.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 14.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 13.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 2.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.6% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Wittenberg University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

980-1275

Freshmen who sent SAT

9%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 500
  • Math 480
  • Composite 980
SAT 25th percentile scores for Wittenberg University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 650
  • Math 625
  • Composite 1275
SAT 75th percentile scores for Wittenberg University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Wittenberg University typically score around a 1130 SAT (middle 50% 980–1275) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 64th percentile nationally. Wittenberg University ranks #23 in the state of Ohio for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 980 to 1275

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Wittenberg 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 1130 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 Wittenberg University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1275+ Above 75th >83%
1130 to 1275 Avg + 72%-83%
980 to 1130 Avg - 58%-72%
Below 980 Below mid-50 <58%

What do these figures mean?

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

Wittenberg University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

21-28

Freshmen reporting ACT

23%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 20
  • Math 19
  • Composite 21
ACT 25th percentile scores for Wittenberg University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 27
  • Math 26
  • Composite 28
ACT 75th percentile scores for Wittenberg University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Wittenberg University typically have around a 24 ACT (mid-50 21–28) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 73rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Wittenberg University places #21 among colleges in Ohio for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 21 to 28

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Wittenberg University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 24.0 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.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Wittenberg University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
28+ Above 75th >84%
24 to 28 Avg + 72%-84%
21 to 24 Avg - 60%-72%
Below 21 Below mid-50 <60%

How to read these figures

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

74% of Wittenberg University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 41% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Wittenberg University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 22%
Top 25% of class 41%
Top 50% of class 74%

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.

Wittenberg University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,299 2,227 4,528
Accepted 1,747 1,529 3,276
Acceptance Rate 76% 69% 72%
Enrolled 158 223 381
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 9% 15% 12%

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

Application Requirements

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

Wittenberg 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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Wittenberg 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 Wittenberg University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

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

Admission summary

Wittenberg University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 72.3% 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 (980-1275); 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=206525.

GPA calculator: Wittenberg University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026