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Waynesburg University

Waynesburg, PA · Private nonprofit · Distant town · Website

Waynesburg University campus
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Admission rate
90%
Accessible
Average net price
$18,810
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
54%
Median earnings
$62,368
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Waynesburg University is a private nonprofit college in Waynesburg, PA with 1,009 undergraduates. It admits 90% of applicants, and admitted students average 1090 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $18,810 per year ($14,489 for families earning under $30,000). 54% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $62,368 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
90%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,806
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,656
Fall 2023
Yield
20%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing470–630
200800
SAT Math460–620
200800
ACT Composite19–23
136

What Waynesburg University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testConsidered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$45,024
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$31,350

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$14,489
  • $30–48k$16,705
  • $48–75k$12,962
  • $75–110k$15,858
  • $110k+$25,623

Get a personal estimate with Waynesburg University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
54%
Freshman retention
72%
Median earnings
$62,368
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,009
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
44%
  • White81%
  • Hispanic5%
  • Black8%
  • Asian0%

Waynesburg University FAQ

What is Waynesburg University's acceptance rate?+

Waynesburg University admits 90% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Waynesburg University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 470–630 on SAT Reading and Writing and 460–620 on SAT Math; the average total is 1090.

What ACT score do you need for Waynesburg University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 19–23.

Is Waynesburg University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Waynesburg University?+

In Fall 2023, 1,806 students applied to Waynesburg University and 1,656 were admitted; 336 enrolled.

Does Waynesburg University consider legacy status?+

No. Waynesburg University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Waynesburg University require an essay?+

Waynesburg University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Waynesburg University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $45,024 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,810.

What is Waynesburg University's graduation rate?+

54% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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