Admissions Overview
The admission process at Dakota Wesleyan University has a 75% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Dakota Wesleyan University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
75%
Less Selective
Application Volume
1,209
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
19%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Dakota Wesleyan University has a 75% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Dakota Wesleyan University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLetters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Dakota Wesleyan University. About 3% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 950 to 1,420. Additionally, about 65% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 18 to 24.
SAT Scores
3% of students submitted400
1600
950 – 1420
200
800
470 – 700
200
800
480 – 720
ACT Scores
65% of students submitted1
36
18 – 24
1
36
15 – 22
1
36
17 – 25
Admission Statistics
1,209 students applied to DWU. Of those, 75% were accepted (904 students). Of these 904 accepted students, 168 chose to enroll.
1,209
Total Applicants
904
Students Admitted
168
Students Enrolled
75%
Acceptance Rate