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The College of Wooster

Wooster, OH · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Town

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About The College of Wooster

The College of Wooster is a private liberal arts college in Wooster, Ohio, United States. Founded in 1866 by the Presbyterian Church as the University of Wooster, it has been officially non-sectarian since 1969. From its creation, the college has been a co-educational institution. It enrolls about 1,900 students and is a member of the Five Colleges of Ohio, Great Lakes Colleges Association, and Association of Presbyterian Colleges and Universities.

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60%

Acceptance

$23,458

Net price

1,730

Enrollment

74%

Grad rate

Report Card

A-

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

B

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B

Affordability

Average net price after aid

C+

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B-

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

60%

Acceptance rate

1,353

SAT average

29

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading630740
SAT Math590720
ACT Composite2733

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$23,458

Average net price

$61,640

In-state tuition

$61,640

Out-of-state tuition

$14,490

Room & board

$1,250

Books & supplies

$75,656

Total cost of attendance

21%

Students receiving Pell grants

45%

Students with federal loans

$26,500

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$12,512
$30–48K
$14,032
$48–75K
$17,941
$75–110K
$26,165
$110K+
$32,223

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$59,629

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$43,895

Median earnings (6 yrs)

74%

Graduation rate

82%

Retention rate

87%

Earn more than a HS grad

$17,263

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

1,730

Total enrollment

0%

Part-time

19

Avg. age at entry

14%

First-generation

Gender balance

53% women
47% men

Race & ethnicity

White
61%
Black
10%
Hispanic
5%
Asian
4%
Two or more races
4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%

The College of Wooster FAQ

Is The College of Wooster a public or private school?

The College of Wooster is a private nonprofit institution located in Wooster, OH.

What is the acceptance rate at The College of Wooster?

The College of Wooster has an acceptance rate of 60%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does The College of Wooster cost?

The average annual net price at The College of Wooster is $23,458 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $61,640.

What is the graduation rate at The College of Wooster?

About 74% of students at The College of Wooster complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do The College of Wooster graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, The College of Wooster students earn a median of $59,629 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for The College of Wooster?

Admitted students at The College of Wooster have an average SAT score of 1,353 and an ACT midpoint of 29. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend The College of Wooster?

The College of Wooster enrolls about 1,730 students.

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