Wilson College
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania · Private
Wilson College admitted 90% of 1,068 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 940–1110 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 52% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Wilson College’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- 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 Wilson College’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 $41,967 a year. After grants, students paid $21,567 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Wilson College’s acceptance rate?
Wilson College admitted 90% of applicants: 961 of 1,068 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Wilson College’s application deadline?
Wilson College 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 Wilson College?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 940 to 1110, with a median around 1020. A score at or above 1020 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Wilson College’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Wilson College have supplemental essays?
No. Wilson College doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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