
Midwestern State University has seen fluctuations in its overall acceptance rates over recent years. In 2023, the acceptance rate was 87.4% with 5,824 applicants, down from 92.4% in 2022 with 5,507 applicants, and significantly lower than the 94.6% rate in 2021 with 3,887 applicants. The trend indicates a gradual tightening of acceptance criteria, dropping from a low of 61.6% in 2014 to 87.4% this year. Over the years, the number of applicants has generally increased, suggesting growing interest in the university despite the slight decline in acceptance rates.