We're so excited that you're exploring Indiana Wesleyan University! Where you go to college is a life-changing decision, and we're committed to supporting you on this journey.
We've carefully built our application process to be as smooth and straightforward as possible.
No application fee
No required essays *
ACT / SAT test not required *
Rolling admission
* for regular admission
We can't wait to get to know you through your application and see if IWU is a great fit for you. You can apply through the IWU Application or Common App. Select your preferred application below to get started.
Select Your Preferred Application
The undergraduate application for IWU-Marion for the spring semester is now closed. If you are interested in applying for the spring semester which begins in early January, please contact the Office of Admissions at 765-677-6507 or transfers@indwes.edu as soon as possible. One of our spring admissions counselors can answer questions and explore the current opportunities available. Please note the Office of Admissions will be closed Dec. 24th – Jan. 3rd for the holiday season; our spring admissions counselors will respond to any requests received over the holiday upon return to the office on Jan. 4, 2021.
Important Dates To Consider
We strongly encourage students to apply and be admitted as early as possible, keeping in mind several important dates for students seeking to start in the fall:
November 1
To be among the first students to receive a financial aid offer
March 1
To be eligible to sign up for Admitted Student Weekend (first chance to register for classes!)
June 1
To be eligible to attend our final summer registration events on campus, jumpstarting your transition to becoming a Wildcat
Admission Requirements
- Academic requirements: Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.6 on a 4.0 scale (freshman student) or 2.0 on a 4.0 scale (transfer student)*
- Personal requirements: Applicants must agree to abide by the University's community guidelines and behavioral expectations
- Required documents: In addition to a complete application, applicants are required to submit official transcripts from the current or most recent high school or all colleges/universities attended (for transfer student)**
* If your academic performance falls below one or more of the listed requirements, an admissions counselor will request additional information regarding your academic history.
** International students have additional requirements. Homeschooled students must submit a transcript with GPA on a 4.0 scale and signed by a parent.
Costs and Financial Assistance
For many families, the cost of an education can be just as important as the admission decision.
At IWU, we're committed to providing clear financial aid offers that are timely and as complete as possible to our admitted students. Learn more about financial aid at IWU.
We also go the extra mile to help you with scholarship opportunities by intentionally crafting the application to help us pre-qualify you for additional scholarship opportunities at IWU. Don't stress about missing scholarship opportunities; we'll save you a headache and invite you directly to apply to specific scholarships.
Not Ready to Apply?
Although applying to IWU is fast, free, and low-risk, we understand that you might want to learn more first:
Learn more here about what makes IWU an exciting and special place of personal transformation, deep learning, spiritual growth, and world-changing preparation for our students.
Learn more about the value of an IWU education.
Need Assistance?
We're here to help!
Call us at 765-677-6507, email us at admissions@indwes.edu, or live chat with us right here on this page.
