Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania · Private
Wilkes University admitted 94% of 8,528 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1065–1280 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 60% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Wilkes University
Enter a score to see whether Wilkes University is a reach, target or likely school for you.
Based on the admit rate (94%) alone. Add a score for a sharper read.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more. To see your whole list at once, use the chances calculator.
Application deadlines
Wilkes University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 29, 2026
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Wilkes University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Wilkes University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Wilkes University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
Important
- GPA
- Activities
- Character
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Talent or ability
- First generation
- Legacy
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.46 GPA. 18% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $61,885 a year. After grants, students paid $28,508 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Wilkes University’s acceptance rate?
Wilkes University admitted 94% of applicants: 8,014 of 8,528 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Wilkes University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 29, 2026 and regular admission is rolling. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Wilkes University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1065 to 1280, with a median around 1215. A score at or above 1215 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Wilkes University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Wilkes University have supplemental essays?
No. Wilkes University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
Not sure which colleges fit?
A Clarity Prep mentor builds a balanced list with your student and checks in every week until it’s done.
Writing your essay? Get a free college essay review.