Admission Requirements

• A secondary school/college background that would indicate a high probability of success at Illinois Wesleyan both in terms of grades received and types of courses completed.

• Minimum combined SAT-I scores of 1140, with a minimum Critical Reading (verbal) score of 580, or a minimum ACT composite score of 25, with a minimum English score of 22, are recommended for admission.

• TOEFL scores are required for students whose native language is not English. A minimum TOEFL score of 550 is required. TOEFL scores more than two years old will not be accepted. Completion of Level 112 at any ELS Language Centers facility will also satisfy the English language requirement for admission.

• At least one letter of recommendation, in English, from a teacher who can attest to your academic ability and English language ability in terms of reading comprehension, listening and speaking. If you prefer, you can use a Teacher Evaluation Form in place of a letter of recommendation.

Admission to Illinois Wesleyan University is competitive. IWU operates on rolling admissions and receives many more applicants than space available. Therefore, it is in your best interest to complete your application for admission as early as possible. The Office of International Admissions will review your completed application promptly and notify you regarding their decision.