Can you get into Western Carolina University?
Cullowhee, North Carolina
Western Carolina University admits about 87% of applicants, making it accessible. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 1050–1260, ACT composites around 20–26, about a 3.39 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether Western Carolina University is a reach, match, or safety for you.
Western Carolina University admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 87%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 1050–1260
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 20–26
- Average GPA
- 3.39
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into Western Carolina University?
- Western Carolina University has an acceptance rate of about 87%, which makes it accessible based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into Western Carolina University?
- Admitted students at Western Carolina University have an average GPA of about 3.39. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for Western Carolina University?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at Western Carolina University have SAT scores between 1050–1260 and ACT composites between 20–26.
- What are my chances of getting into Western Carolina University?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether Western Carolina University is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.