Illinois Wesleyan University
Admissions
Interested in attending Illinois Wesleyan University?
On this page, you'll learn how difficult it is to get into Illinois Wesleyan University, we'll dig into high school grades and test scores, and you'll find out the factors the school considers when reviewing applications.
Admission Rates
Is it difficult to get into Illinois Wesleyan University?
Using the most up-to-date data on record, Illinois Wesleyan accepted 48% of applicants. We classify this as somewhat selective.
In the most recent year, 11,167 people applied and 5,434 were accepted.
Accepted/Applied
Acceptance rates at colleges can change over time, with some becoming more competitive and others accepting more students. Here’s a look at the acceptance rate trend for the past 3 years at Illinois Wesleyan University:
Acceptance rates at schools can vary depending on if the student is in-state, out-of-state, or international.
Of those accepted, 10% ended up enrolling at Illinois Wesleyan University, making their yield rate Low. The yield rate is the percentage of accepted students who enroll at the school. You can use the yield rate to find out how coveted a school is for the students who apply to it.
Application Factors
You can increase your chances of getting into Illinois Wesleyan University by looking at what the school considers during the application process.
Here are the things Illinois Wesleyan considers:
Very Important
- Academic GPA
- Class Rank
- Rigor of Secondary School Record
Important
- Application Essay
- Extracurricular Activities
Considered
- Character/Personal Qualities
- Level of Applicant's Interest
- Recommendation(s)
- Standardized Test Scores
- Talent/Ability
- Volunteer Work
- Work Experience
Not Considered
- Alumni/AE Relation
- First Generation
- Geographical Residence
- Interview
- Religious Affiliation/Commitment
- State Residency
Grades & Testing
Do you have the grades and test scores to get into Illinois Wesleyan University?
Grades
Applicants submitting SAT Scores
Applicants submitting ACT Scores
SAT Math Scores
SAT Verb Scores
SAT Composite Scores
Application Deadlines
These are the deadlines for applying to Illinois Wesleyan University. Application deadlines are subject to change, so please verify all deadlines with the school.
Regular Admissions
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