Admissions Overview
The admission process at Wichita State University has a 95% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Wichita State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
95%
Less Selective
Application Volume
8,637
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
22%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Wichita State University has a 95% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Wichita State University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$40
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredHigh School Class Rank
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
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 Wichita State University. About 5% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 970 to 1,250. Additionally, about 76% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 18 to 26.
SAT Scores
5% of students submitted400
1600
970 – 1250
200
800
490 – 630
200
800
480 – 620
ACT Scores
76% of students submitted1
36
18 – 26
1
36
16 – 25
1
36
17 – 25
Admission Statistics
8,637 students applied to Wichita. Of those, 95% were accepted (8,200 students). Of these 8,200 accepted students, 1,786 chose to enroll.
8,637
Total Applicants
8,200
Students Admitted
1,786
Students Enrolled
95%
Acceptance Rate