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Westminster University

Salt Lake City, UT · Private nonprofit · Midsize city · Website

Westminster University campus
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Admission rate
67%
Accessible
Average net price
$22,516
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
64%
Median earnings
$70,627
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Westminster University is a private nonprofit college in Salt Lake City, UT with 823 undergraduates. It admits 67% of applicants, and admitted students average 1220 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $22,516 per year ($21,284 for families earning under $30,000). 64% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $70,627 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
67%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,634
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,813
Fall 2023
Yield
13%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing540–670
200800
SAT Math530–640
200800
ACT Composite23–29
136

What Westminster 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 competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testConsidered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$58,551
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$44,980

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$21,284
  • $30–48k$12,868
  • $48–75k$18,582
  • $75–110k$22,284
  • $110k+$24,982

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
64%
Freshman retention
76%
Median earnings
$70,627
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,833
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
823
Student–faculty ratio
8:1
Receive Pell grants
31%
  • White66%
  • Hispanic14%
  • Black2%
  • Asian4%

Westminster University FAQ

What is Westminster University's acceptance rate?+

Westminster University admits 67% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Westminster University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 540–670 on SAT Reading and Writing and 530–640 on SAT Math; the average total is 1220.

What ACT score do you need for Westminster University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 23–29.

Is Westminster University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Westminster University?+

In Fall 2023, 2,634 students applied to Westminster University and 1,813 were admitted; 228 enrolled.

Does Westminster University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Westminster University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Westminster University require an essay?+

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

How much does Westminster University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $58,551 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,516.

What is Westminster University's graduation rate?+

64% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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