Wilberforce University
Wilberforce, Ohio · Private · HBCU
Wilberforce University admitted 53% of 12,661 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 850–1080 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 16% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Wilberforce University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $25 ($50 for international applicants), and Wilberforce University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Wilberforce University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $25,676 a year. After grants, students paid $8,222 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Wilberforce University’s acceptance rate?
Wilberforce University admitted 53% of applicants: 6,676 of 12,661 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Wilberforce University’s application deadline?
Wilberforce 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 Wilberforce University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 850 to 1080 (converted from ACT scores), with a median around 970. A score at or above 970 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Wilberforce University’s application fee?
The application fee is $25 ($50 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and Wilberforce University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Wilberforce University have supplemental essays?
No. Wilberforce University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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