West Virginia University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into West Virginia University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

88.4%

Admission Difficulty for West Virginia University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Moderate
Applicant Competition		Very Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at WVU is 88.4%. Its admission rate is the 8th lowest in West Virginia.

Admission Selectivity

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

West Virginia University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 16,091 out of the 18,206 who applied were admitted.

West Virginia University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.45. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 28% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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88% 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.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to West Virginia University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.45 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1110 on the SAT
Score 23 on the ACT
Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

WVU GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.45

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into West Virginia University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into WVU are to have around a 3.45 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.45 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as WVU accepts 88% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at WVU is 3.45 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #6 in West Virginia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since WVU 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 3.5 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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WVU SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to West Virginia University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 76% of students submitted SAT scores and 35% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1000-1220

Applicants Submitting SAT

76%

SAT Scores for West Virginia University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	510
Math 25th Percentile	490
Composite 25th Percentile	1000

SAT Scores for West Virginia University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	620
Math 75th Percentile	600
Composite 75th Percentile	1220
Average SAT Score	1110

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to West Virginia University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at WVU is 1110 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1000-1220. Students who get into West Virginia University score in the top 60 percent of all SAT test takers.. WVU ranks #2 in the state of West Virginia for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1110 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. WVU regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1000 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1000, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 890, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

West Virginia University 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 1110 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 1110, you have around a 88% chance of being admitted. A 1220 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 93% chance of getting in.

West Virginia University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1220 and Above	Good	>93%
1110 to 1220	Avg +	88%-93%
1000 to 1110	Avg -	79%-88%
890 to 1000	Reach	67%-79%
Less than 890	Low	<67%

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WVU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

20-26

Applicants Submitting ACT

35%

ACT Scores for West Virginia University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	19
Math 25th Percentile	18
Composite 25th Percentile	20

ACT Scores for West Virginia University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	26
Math 75th Percentile	26
Composite 75th Percentile	26
Average ACT Score	23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into WVU?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to WVU is 23, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 26. The school ranks #1 in West Virginia 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 20 and score in the score in the top 49 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 17.

35 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to West Virginia University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as West Virginia University 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 WVU for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 23 score has around 88% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 93% with a 26 ACT score.

West Virginia University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
26 and Above	Good	>93%
23 to 26	Avg +	88%-93%
20 to 23	Avg -	79%-88%
17 to 20	Reach	67%-79%
Less than 17	Low	<67%

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High School Class Rank

51% of West Virginia University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 23% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted West Virginia University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	23%
Top 25% of class	51%
Top 50% of class	79%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

West Virginia University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	9,747	8,459	18,206
Accepted	8,752	7,339	16,091
Acceptance Rate	90%	87%	88%
Enrolled	2,349	2,222	4,571
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	27%	30%	28%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to West Virginia University is $50.

Application Requirements

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

West Virginia University 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	Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required to be considered for admission
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 West Virginia University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because West Virginia University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.45 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1110 and ACT of 23 will almost guarantee your admission.