Admissions Overview
The admission process at Dakota Wesleyan University has a 73% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Dakota Wesleyan University has test requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
73%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
1,153
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
22%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Dakota Wesleyan University has a 73% 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 Required
Standardized test scores are required for admission
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredNot Considered for Admission
Standardized Test Scores
Not ConsideredPersonal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLetters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
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 59% 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
59% of students submitted1
36
18 – 24
1
36
15 – 22
1
36
17 – 25
Admission Statistics
1,153 students applied to DWU. Of those, 73% were accepted (839 students). Of these 839 accepted students, 184 chose to enroll.
1,153
Total Applicants
839
Students Admitted
184
Students Enrolled
73%
Acceptance Rate