Widener University
Chester, Pennsylvania · Private
Widener University admitted 71% of 9,350 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1060–1283 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 64% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Widener University
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Application deadlines
Widener University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- July 28, 2027
The application is free. Widener University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Widener University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Widener University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Widener University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
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Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.52 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $72,466 a year. After grants, students paid $30,720 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Widener University’s acceptance rate?
Widener University admitted 71% of applicants: 6,632 of 9,350 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
When is Widener University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026 and regular decision is due July 28, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Widener University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1060 to 1283, with a median around 1200. A score at or above 1200 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Widener University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
What does Widener University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Widener University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does Widener University have supplemental essays?
No. Widener University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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