Texas Wesleyan University
1201 Wesleyan St, Fort Worth, TX 76105
School Description
Provided by Texas Wesleyan UniversitySince 1934, Texas Wesleyan has been a co-educational liberal arts institution with an increasingly comprehensive academic and student life program. In addition to strong undergraduate programs, the University added graduate programs in education in the 1970s and in nurse anesthesia in the 1980s. After contemplating a relocation of the campus to a west Fort Worth site, Texas Wesleyan renewed its commitment to its historic Polytechnic Heights location by building the Eunice and James L. West Library. Recognizing thegrowth in programs, trustees changed the name of the institution to TexasWesleyan University, effective in January 1989.
Texas Wesleyan has historically combined service to a residential population along with its strong commitment to a commuting and adult population. To add flexibility in the scheduling of courses and to recognize the special needs of adult learners, the University added the C.E. Hyde Weekend/Evening Program in 1994. The University established a campus in downtown Fort Worth in 1997 with the relocation of the Texas Wesleyan University School of Law, which was established in 1992 following the acquisition of theformer Dallas/Fort Worth School of Law. The Texas Wesleyan School of Law is fully accredited by the American Bar Association.
The University has cooperative programs with a number of high schools which allow seniors to enroll in university classes for credit and become familiar with the university experience. Throughout its history, the University has remained closely affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The University maintains special relationships with several United Methodist congregations, and some of the trustees are representatives of the United Methodist Church. In keeping with Methodist tradition, the University welcomes individuals of all faiths and is thoroughly ecumenical in its practices.
Our mission at Texas Wesleyan University is to develop students to their full potential as individuals and as members of the world community. We are committed to the principles that each student deserves personal attention and that all members of the academic community must have freedom to pursue independent thought and to exercise intellecutal curiosity. We seek and employ faculty and staff with committment and dedication to teaching, inspiring, and serving students. We provide leadership and talent through programs that enable and enrich society. We endeavor to create a learning environment where each student is provided an opportunity to pursue individual excellence, to think clearly and creatively, to communicate effectively, and to develop spiritual sensitivity. Texas Wesleyan strives to develop informed, responsible, and articulate citizens with a commitment to moral discrimination and civic responsibility.
Texas Wesleyan University
From Wikipedia, The Free EncyclopediaTexas Wesleyan University is a small, private, coeducational university founded by the United Methodist Church in 1890. The University has a tradition in the liberal arts and sciences with professional and career preparation. The University has three locations. The main campus is located in the Polytechnic Heights Neighborhood of Fort Worth, a branch of the campus is located in Burleson, and the School of Law is located in downtown Fort Worth.
History
Texas Wesleyan University was founded by the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, in 1890. A committee under the direction of Bishop Joseph S. Key explored locations for a campus and settled on a site east of Fort Worth donated by area pioneers, A.S. Hall, W.D. Hall, and George Tandy. Originally called Polytechnic College, which has the literal meaning “many arts and sciences,” the school held its first classes in September 1891, with a handful of faculty members and 111 students. In 1902, H.A. Boaz assumed the presidency and managed a period of moderate growth. He conceived the idea of a new university for Southern Methodism and planned to develop Polytechnic College into that university
When Dallas was selected by the church leaders as the site for Southern Methodist University, the Polytechnic campus was designated the Woman’s College for Southern Methodism, eventually becoming Texas Woman’s College in 1914. Young women from around Texas and the Southwest attended Texas Woman’s College as it developed into a major force in North Texas. However, faced with dwindling resources during the Great Depression, trustees voted to close the school in 1931. A merger with the financially secure Texas Wesleyan Academy in Austin kept the doors open and created the new institution of Texas Wesleyan College in 1934. Men were readmitted that same year.
Since 1934, Texas Wesleyan has remained a co-educational liberal arts institution with an increasingly comprehensive academic and student life program. In addition to strong undergraduate programs, the University added graduate programs in education in the 1970s and in nurse anesthesia in the 1980s. After contemplating a relocation of the campus to a west Fort Worth site, Texas Wesleyan renewed its commitment to its historic Polytechnic Heights Neighborhood location by building the Eunice and James L. West Library in October 1988. In that same month, US News and World Report listed the school as one of the top five small liberal arts schools in the country because of its resources. Recognizing the growth in programs, trustees changed the name of the institution to Texas Wesleyan University, effective in January 1989. Texas Wesleyan has historically combined service to a residential population along with its strong commitment to a commuting and adult population. To add flexibility in the scheduling of courses and to recognize the special needs of adult learners, the University added the C.E. Hyde Weekend/Evening Program in 1994. The University established a campus in downtown Fort Worth in 1997 with the relocation of the Texas Wesleyan University School of Law, which was established in 1992 following the acquisition of the former Dallas/Fort Worth School of Law. The Texas Wesleyan School of Law is fully accredited by the American Bar Association.
Quick Facts
- Location:
- Southwest
- Setting:
- Large City Setting
- Type:
- Private
- Affiliation:
- United Methodist
- Size:
- Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
- Mascot:
- Rams
Students & Campus Life
- Undergraduate Enrollment:
- 1,713
- On Campus Housing:
- Available
- Full Time Students:
- 85%
- Athletic Programs:
- Available
Degree Programs at Texas Wesleyan University
Bachelor's Level Programs
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Arts & Humanities
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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Film and Theater
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Film and Theater
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Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
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Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
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History
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History
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History
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Music
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Music
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General Music
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General Music
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Religion/Religious Studies
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Religion/Religious Studies
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General Religion/Religious Studies
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Religious Education
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General Religion/Religious Studies
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Visual Arts
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Visual Arts
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Art/Art Studies
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Art/Art Studies
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English Language and Literature
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Business
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Business/Managerial Economics
Learn to apply the power of economics principles to the analysis of the organization and operation of business enterprises. Students complete courses in monetary theory, banking and financial systems, theory of competition, pricing theory, wage and salary/incentive theory, analysis of markets, and applications of econometrics and quantitative methods to the study of particular businesses and business problems.See more schools with programs in Business/Managerial Economics
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting
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Accounting
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General Business
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Business Administration and Management
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Business Administration and Management
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Information Systems
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Information Systems
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Management Information Systems
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Management Information Systems
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Management
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Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
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Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
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Marketing
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Marketing
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Marketing/Marketing Management
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Marketing/Marketing Management
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Business/Managerial Economics
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Communication & Media
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Advertising
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General Journalism
A program that focuses on the theory and practice of gathering, processing, and delivering news and that prepares individuals to be professional print journalists, news editors, and news managers. Includes instruction in news writing and editing; reporting; photojournalism; layout and graphic design; journalism law and policy; professional standards and ethics; research methods; and journalism history and criticism.See more schools with programs in General Journalism
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Radio and Television
A program that focuses on the theories, methods, and techniques used to plan, produce, and distribute audio and video programs and messages, and that prepares individuals to function as staff, producers, directors, and managers of radio and television shows and media organizations. Includes instruction in media aesthetics; planning, scheduling, and production; writing and editing; performing and directing; personnel and facilities management; marketing and distribution; media regulations, law, and policy; and principles of broadcast technology.See more schools with programs in Radio and Television
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Education
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General Education
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Curriculum and Instruction
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General Education
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Curriculum and Instruction
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Teacher Training
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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Social Studies Teacher Education
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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General Education
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Fitness, Recreation and Leisure Studies
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Physical Fitness
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Health and Physical Education
A general program that focuses on activities and principles that promote physical fitness, achieve and maintain athletic prowess, and accomplish related research and service goals. Includes instruction in human movement studies, motivation studies, rules and practice of specific sports, exercise and fitness principles and techniques, basic athletic injury prevention and treatment, and organizing and leading fitness and sports programs.See more schools with programs in Health and Physical Education
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Kinesiology and Exercise Science
A scientific program that focuses on the anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and biophysics of human movement, and applications to exercise and therapeutic rehabilitation. Includes instruction in biomechanics, motor behavior, motor development and coordination, motor neurophysiology, performance research, rehabilitative therapies, the development of diagnostic and rehabilitative methods and equipment, and related analytical methods and procedures in applied exercise and therapeutic rehabilitation .See more schools with programs in Kinesiology and Exercise Science
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Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
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Health and Physical Education
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Physical Fitness
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Interdisciplinary Studies
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Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
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Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
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Legal Professions
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Legal Professions and Studies
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Pre-Law Studies
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Legal Professions and Studies
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Life Science
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Biology
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Biochemistry
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Biology/Biological Sciences
Students in this program study general biology at an introductory level. This major provides students with a broad overview of biology and includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.See more schools with programs in Biology/Biological Sciences
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Biochemistry
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Biology
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Mathematics and Statistics
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General Mathematics
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General Mathematics
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Natural Sciences
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Chemistry
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General Chemistry
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General Chemistry
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Chemistry
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Social Sciences
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International Relations and Affairs
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General Political Science and Government
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International Relations and Affairs
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General Political Science and Government
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Psychology
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General Psychology
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Industrial and Organizational Psychology
A program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and group behavior in institutional settings, applications to related problems of organization and industry, and that may prepare individuals to apply such principles in industrial and organizational settings. Includes instruction in group behavior theory, organizational theory, reward/punishment structures, human-machine and human-computer interactions, motivation dynamics, human stress studies, environmental and organizational influences on behavior, alienation and satisfaction, and job testing and assessment.See more schools with programs in Industrial and Organizational Psychology
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General Psychology
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Sociology
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Sociology
A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, and applications to the study of specific social groups, social institutions, and social problems.See more schools with programs in Sociology
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Sociology
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International Relations and Affairs
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Technology
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Software Development
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Computer and Information Sciences
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Software Development
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Master's Level Programs
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Business
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting
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Accounting
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General Business
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Business Administration and Management
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Business Administration and Management
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Accounting & Related Services
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Education
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General Education
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Curriculum and Instruction
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General Education
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Curriculum and Instruction
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Teacher Training
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Teacher Training
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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General Education
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General Education
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Health & Medical Services
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Nursing
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Nursing
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Nurse Anesthetist
A program that prepares registered nurses (RNs) to administer anesthetics and provide care for patients before, during andafter anesthesia. Includes instruction in the biochemistry and physics of anesthesia; advanced anatomy and physiology; clinical pharmacology of anesthetics and adjunctive drugs; pain management; acute care and operating room practice; clinical technology and procedures; emergency intervention; patient assessment and education; and legal issues.See more schools with programs in Nurse Anesthetist
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Nurse Anesthetist
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Nursing
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
Housing
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Percent of Students Living On-Campus: | 25% |
| Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: | No |
Athletics
| Member of: | NAA, NAIA |
| Sports Include: |
Basketball (Red River Athletic Conference) Baseball (Red River Athletic Conference) |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | Expenses | ||
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 14,000 | ||
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 12,950 | ||
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 1,050 | ||
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 2,089 | 63% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 2,976 | 83% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 2,893 | 84% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 3,139 | 72% | |
Any Aid: |
87% |
Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)
| Acceptance Rate: | 46% (Highly Selective) |
| Test Scores | |
| SAT Scores: | |
| % of Students Submitting SAT Scores: | 75% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Verbal: 518, Math: 518 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Verbal: 580, Math: 572 |
| ACT Scores: | |
| % of Students Submitting ACT Scores: | 25% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Composite: 21, Verbal: 21, Math: 20 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Composite: 26, Verbal: 27, Math: 25 |
Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)
| Application Fee: | $ 25.00 |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies: | Not Required |
| High School Diploma or Equivalent: | Not Required |
| High School GPA: | Required |
| High School Rank: | Required |
| High School Record: | Recommended |
| Recommendations: | Recommended |
| TOEFL: | Required |
| Test Scores: | Required |
College Advice |
Question: Looking for information or opinions on Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth?I really like the Sociology w/ Criminal Justice emphasis program. Really just would like to know about classes/campus/pros and cons or info about the program. Thanks.20 months ago
Best AnswerIf you are looking for an area to be a missionary in, or rough neighborhoods dont bother you... Its in a really rough part of Fort Worth. The school has a good reputation though. |
