
Wilkes University's overall acceptance rate has seen a gradual decline over the years, dropping from 95% in 2021 to 91% in 2023. In 2023, a total of 6,414 applicants vied for admission, with 5,866 students accepted. The acceptance rates for 2020 and 2022 were relatively high at 92% and 94.1%, respectively, indicating a consistent trend of high acceptance in recent years, although the rates are now showing a slight downward shift. Notably, the acceptance rate was significantly lower at 79% in 2019, illustrating a marked increase in accessibility for applicants in the following years.