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Our Application Process

What We Look For

Successful candidates for first year admission have taken a high school, college preparatory academic program including English, mathematics, science, social science and foreign language. Admissions decisions may also consider individual experiences and particular circumstances unique to each student. Other considerations are made based upon recommendations, writing ability and extracurricular activities.

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Demonstrated Interest

Admission to JWU is as personalized as the education students receive here. While academic performance is of primary importance, demonstrated interest is an important part of the application review process. Demonstrated interest means visiting campus, attending a virtual visit session, being in contact with our office, or speaking with a member of our community, such as an Admissions Representative, Professor, or Coach. We value students who have taken the time to get to know JWU and understand who we are and what we offer. When we review applications, we are looking for students who are a good match for Johnson & Wales, and part of that is making sure that applicants have gotten to know us and want to become a member of our community.

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Required Materials

All college transcripts (for transfer applicants)
One completed application, either the Common Application or the JWU Application
All high school transcripts, except in circumstances where a student is homeschooled or where the traditional high school transcript is, for various reasons, not available

Optional Materials

Standardized test scores such as SAT or ACT scores
An interview with a JWU representative
Personal essay

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Undergraduate Application Deadlines

Fall Deadlines For U.S. Domestic and International Undergraduate Applicants

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Should your student apply Early Action?

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Fast Facts

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Students

Undergraduate population: 4,135 students
In state students: 18%
Out of state students: 80%
Student population living on campus: 48%
Students of color: 34%
Undergraduate student gender:
- Female: 61%
- Male: 39%

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Charlotte, NC

Students

Undergraduate population: 1,140 students
In state students: 34%
Out of state students: 66%
Student population living on campus: 54%
Students of color: 62%
Undergraduate student gender:
- Female: 68%
- Male: 34%

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Enrollment

Percent admitted: 83%
Average class size: 20
Pell Grants: Awarded to 30.5% of of enrolled undergraduate students
50th percentile SAT/ACT scores:
- SAT reading and math: 1,080
- ACT Composite: 24

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Charlotte, NC

Enrollment

Percent admitted: 73%
Average class size: 19
Pell Grants: Awarded to 52% of enrolled undergraduate students
50th percentile SAT/ACT scores:
- SAT reading and math: 1,025
- ACT Composite: 19

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University-wide

Colleges

College of Arts & Sciences
College of Hospitality & Business
College of Food Innovation & Technology
College of Health & Wellness

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University-Wide

General

Number of undergraduate majors universitywide: 71
Full-time instructional faculty universitywide: 308
Number of internships completed: 1,134 internships
Student-to-faculty ratio: 15:1
Fastest-growing majors:
- Accounting
- Exercise and Sports Science
- Health Science
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Scholarships & Grants

More than 90% of all JWU students receive institutional scholarships and/or grants.

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Paying for College

From the moment of acceptance, students can speak with a dedicated financial services professional about their award and paying for college.

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Tuition & Fees

JWU is committed to providing a valuable and affordable education. We’re exclusively on the FAFSA, and 99% of undergraduate, on-ground students receive financial aid.

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Visit Opportunities for Counselors

We say it all the time to prospective students – the best way to get to know JWU is to visit us. As our partners in the college search process, we would love to host you on campus, show you around, and introduce you to our amazing Wildcats.

Visit JWU Providence:

Connect with Christine Sullivan, director of admissions visitor programs, at christine.sullivan@jwu.edu.

Visit JWU Charlotte:

Reach out to Lisa Davis, enrollment operations manager, at lisa.davis@jwu.edu.

Help Them Build a Life They’ll Love

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Contact

JWU Providence

401-598-1000
providence@admissions.jwu.edu

JWU Charlotte

866-598-2427 or 980-598-1100
charlotte@admissions.jwu.edu