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What is WMU's admissions policy?

Western Michigan University admits students whose educational backgrounds indicate a high probability for success in college work. In reviewing applications for prospective new, first-time students, the University considers high school grades in college preparatory subjects, the mix of college preparatory courses and scores on standardized tests.

In reviewing applications from prospective transfer students, the University makes decisions on the basis of previous college work (as well as high school work if fewer than 26 credit hours are transferable). At least a "C" average in transferable work is required for initial consideration.

While minimum test scores and minimum high school grade point averages aren't specified, over the past few years, the average ACT for enrolled students has been 22. The average high school GPA has been 3.26. Nearly half of all enrolled students graduated in the top 35 percent of their high school classes.

In addition to high school performance, standardized test scores are also used in selecting competitors for merit awards.

Admissions criteria

Admission to the University is decided on an individual basis. The average WMU freshman has a 3.3 high school GPA and a 22 ACT score, but these numbers should not be viewed as minimum or cutoff points since students both above and below these averages are considered for admission. Your application is reviewed using a combination of these key factors: GPA, ACT/SAT score, number and type of college prep courses, and trend of grades.

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