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Baldwin Wallace University

Berea, Ohio · Private

77%acceptance rate
1077.5–1262.5SAT middle 50%
24–28ACT middle 50%
$28,190average net price

Baldwin Wallace University admitted 77% of 4,406 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1077.5–1262.5 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 69% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

Baldwin Wallace University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application is free. Baldwin Wallace University asks for a counselor recommendation.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Baldwin Wallace University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Baldwin Wallace University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

95 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 95 took it, and 1 were admitted from it.

What admissions weighs

How Baldwin Wallace University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA

Important

  • Class rank
  • Essay
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character

Considered

  • Test scores
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

Not considered

  • Religion

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.72 GPA. 17% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.032%
  • 3.75–3.9921%
  • 3.50–3.7416%
  • 3.25–3.4912%
  • 3.00–3.2413%
  • 2.50–2.996%
  • 2.00–2.490.2%
  • Under 2.0–

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $58,958 a year. After grants, students paid $28,190 on average.

Average price after grants, by family income:

  • $0–30k$22,095
  • $30–48k$21,648
  • $48–75k$23,535
  • $75–110k$27,515
  • $110k+$30,725

Quick answers

What is Baldwin Wallace University’s acceptance rate?

Baldwin Wallace University admitted 77% of applicants: 3,410 of 4,406 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is Baldwin Wallace University’s application deadline?

Baldwin Wallace University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

What SAT score do you need for Baldwin Wallace University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1077.5 to 1262.5, with a median around 1195. A score at or above 1195 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is Baldwin Wallace University’s application fee?

The application is free for 2026–27.

What does Baldwin Wallace University require?

Besides the application and transcript, Baldwin Wallace University asks for a counselor recommendation.

Does Baldwin Wallace University have supplemental essays?

No. Baldwin Wallace University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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