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Southern Wesleyan University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1040-1210. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 22-28. Southern Wesleyan University admitted 100% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1040-1210
ACT middle 50%
22-28
Acceptance rate
100%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
747

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Southern Wesleyan University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1210 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Southern Wesleyan University's SAT submitters; 1040 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 30% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

Score check

Where does your score land at Southern Wesleyan University?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

Southern Wesleyan University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing530560620
SAT Math510540590
SAT total (estimated)104011001210
ACT composite222428

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 620 in Reading and Writing but 590 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1140.

Testing policy

Does Southern Wesleyan University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Southern Wesleyan University told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on Southern Wesleyan University's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Southern Wesleyan University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$29,800
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$15,464
First-year retention rate
69%
Graduation rate within 6 years
52%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$47,756

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FAQ

Southern Wesleyan University admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Southern Wesleyan University?

Southern Wesleyan University does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1040 and 1210 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1210 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1040 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Southern Wesleyan University?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 22 to 28, with a median of 24. Scoring 28 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Southern Wesleyan University require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, Southern Wesleyan University reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on Southern Wesleyan University's admissions website before you apply.

What is Southern Wesleyan University's acceptance rate?

Southern Wesleyan University admitted 100% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].