Warren Wilson College: what international applicants need

What are Warren Wilson College's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Warren Wilson College has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 1, 2026, Early Action on November 15, 2026, and Regular Decision on February 15, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Warren Wilson College's acceptance rate?

71.3% for students who started in fall 2024: Warren Wilson College admitted 971 of its 1,361 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Warren Wilson College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Warren Wilson College is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (February 15, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Warren Wilson College's application fee for international students?

Warren Wilson College charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Warren Wilson College accept?

Warren Wilson College doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Warren Wilson College require?

Warren Wilson College requires a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Warren Wilson College require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Warren Wilson College requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Warren Wilson College have?

27 of Warren Wilson College's 740 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 3.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Warren Wilson College cost for international students?

Warren Wilson College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $41,500, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $13,050. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $58,500 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source