Freshmen -
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the admission requirements?
For incoming freshman students, Texas Wesleyan University requires students to have graduated from an accredited high school or equivalent program, have standardized test scores of 920 SAT or 19 ACT; have at least a 2.5 GPA, and a ranking in the top 50% of your graduating class.
Where is Texas Wesleyan University & what is it all about?
Texas Wesleyan University is located in Fort Worth, Texas - 5 minutes from downtown Fort Worth and 30 minutes from downtown Dallas. Texas Wesleyan University, founded in 1890 in Fort Worth, Texas, is a United Methodist institution with a tradition in the liberal arts and sciences with professional and career preparation. Our mission at Texas Wesleyan University is to develop students to their full potential as individuals and as members of the world community. The University is 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 intellectual curiosity. The University actively seeks and employs faculty and staff with commitment and dedication to teaching, inspiring, and serving students. Texas Wesleyan University recognizes its responsibility to the community by providing leadership and talent through programs that enable and enrich society.
The University endeavors 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, with a commitment to moral discrimination and action, and with a sense of civic responsibility. Texas Wesleyan strives to develop informed, responsible, and articulate citizens.
What academic programs do you offer? What are Wesleyan’s top programs?
For more information on all programs, link to the Academics section.
What does it cost to attend Texas Wesleyan University?
Click for more information – Scholarships & Tuition
Do Freshman students have to live on campus? What are the housing options?
No, freshman students do not have to live on campus. However, it is highly recommended to live in one of the residence halls, like the new Wesleyan Village, in order to be better connected with University life. Studies have found that students who live on campus actually perform better academically, too. Residence Life
What sports does your school offer?
Visit our athletic website at RamSports.net
Do you have to be Methodist to attend Texas Wesleyan University?
No, only about 11% of our student population is Methodist. If you are a Methodist student, we offer great scholarship opportunities for you as well as student organizations to join! Scholarship Opportunities
How many freshman go to your school?
We enroll about 200-250 new freshman students each year. We believe in personal attention and in small class settings. With a relatively small class, Texas Wesleyan University can better meet an individual student’s needs.
What extra curricular activities do you offer?
Texas Wesleyan University offers over 65 organizations on campus, including intramural sports, religious groups, sororities and fraternities, honor societies and more! Student Organizations
