William Penn University
Oskaloosa, IA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Town
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About William Penn University
William Penn University is a private university in Oskaloosa, Iowa, United States. It was founded by members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in 1873 as Penn College. In 1933, the name was changed to William Penn College, and finally to William Penn University in 2000.
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52%
Acceptance
$22,601
Net price
1,301
Enrollment
33%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
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
52%
Acceptance rate
984
SAT average
19
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$22,601
Average net price
$29,750
In-state tuition
$29,750
Out-of-state tuition
$8,222
Room & board
$1,560
Books & supplies
$42,874
Total cost of attendance
47%
Students receiving Pell grants
88%
Students with federal loans
$22,415
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$48,936
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$40,189
Median earnings (6 yrs)
33%
Graduation rate
58%
Retention rate
75%
Earn more than a HS grad
$5,781
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
1,301
Total enrollment
5%
Part-time
22
Avg. age at entry
38%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
William Penn University FAQ
Is William Penn University a public or private school?
William Penn University is a private nonprofit institution located in Oskaloosa, IA.
What is the acceptance rate at William Penn University?
William Penn University has an acceptance rate of 52%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does William Penn University cost?
The average annual net price at William Penn University is $22,601 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $29,750.
What is the graduation rate at William Penn University?
About 33% of students at William Penn University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do William Penn University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, William Penn University students earn a median of $48,936 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for William Penn University?
Admitted students at William Penn University have an average SAT score of 984 and an ACT midpoint of 19. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend William Penn University?
William Penn University enrolls about 1,301 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Boscophotos · CC BY-SA 3.0. Additional images are representative.
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