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Texas Wesleyan University

PrivateHSICity: Large

About Texas Wesleyan University

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Texas Wesleyan University is a private university in Fort Worth, TX. It has a 60.9% acceptance rate and a 32.6% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,549 students.

Founded

1890

Location

Fort Worth, Texas

Students

2,432

Institution

Private

Known For

MethodistLiberal Arts

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

69.2%

Moderately selective

Graduation Rate

31.5%

Below national average

Tuition

$39,582

Per year

Avg Net Price

$24,066

After financial aid

SAT Average

1070

Out of 1600

Median Earnings

$54,053

10 years after enrollment

Admissions

How competitive is getting in?

Selectivity

Highly CompetitiveOpen Admission
69.2%

Selective

69.2 out of 100 applicants get in

How to Apply

Test Policy

Test Optional

Application Fee

Free

Early

N/A

Deadline

Rolling

Texas Wesleyan University accepts 69.2% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.

SAT Scores

1070/ 1600

850770690610530450
520
Math: 520
500
R&W: 500
25th
580
Math: 580
520
R&W: 520
75th
Math
Reading & Writing

ACT Scores

19/ 36

393328221711
16
25th: 16
25th
19
Avg: 19
Avg
23
75th: 23
75th
25th Percentile
Average
75th Percentile

Academics

How strong is the academic experience?

Student Success

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
31.5%

Below Average

31.5% complete their degree within six years

Retention

60.8%

4-Year Grad

17%

6-Year Grad

26%

Teaching Quality

14:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

40.9%

$/Student

$9.6K

Class Size

Medium

The 17% graduation rate is below average, but 60.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.

Tuition & Costs

What will you actually pay?

Tuition & Fees

$39,582

Annual Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

$13,534

Books & Supplies

$1,500

Total Cost of Attendance

$57,451

After Financial Aid

$24,066

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$21,812

Receive Grants

44.7%

Take Loans

37.7%

The total cost of attendance runs about $57,451/yr, including $13,534 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $24,066.

Financial Aid

Who gets aid and what happens after

Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Texas Wesleyan University fund their education.

While in School

44.7%

Get Grants

Free money

37.7%

Take Loans

Must repay

$27,493

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$23,125

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$245/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

Only 37.7% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $23,125. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.

Student Body

Diversity, gender, and enrollment

From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Texas Wesleyan University.

Gender

54.2%

Female

/

46%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

35%
28.3%
21.8%
7.5%
4%
1.7%
Hispanic
White
Black
International
Multiracial
Asian

Enrollment

1,741

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

691

Graduates

48.3%

First-Gen

24 yrs

Avg Age

12.5%

Age 25+

The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 48.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 7.5% international students add diversity to the campus.

Campus Life

What it's like to be a student here

Campus Setting

RuralCity
City: Large

City: Large

Campus Quick Facts

1,741

Students

private

Institution

Small

Campus Size

Doctoral

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

Yes

AP Credit

Yes

Teacher Cert

Yes

ROTC

Yes

Evening College

Yes

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

Yes

Career Counseling

Yes

Sports & Athletics

How seriously this college takes sport

Texas Wesleyan University fields 11 varsity teams with 569 student athletes, about 33% of the student body.

Division

NAIA

Division I

Conference

Sooner

The league its teams compete in

Varsity Sports

11

Biggest: Track & Cross Country

Student Athletes

569

33% of the student body

Athletes by Gender

65% / 35%

372

Men

/

197

Women

8

Men's Teams

9

Women's Teams

Biggest Teams

MenWomen
155
Track & XC
115
Football
71
Soccer
58
Wrestling
44
Baseball

Every Varsity Team

Track & Cross Country155Football115Soccer71Wrestling58Baseball44Basketball29Golf27Softball20Tennis19Volleyball18Beach Volleyball13

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Texas Wesleyan Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$54,053

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$45K
6yr
$41K
8yr
$54K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Psychology, General

$28K

30 grads

1yr Earnings

Business Administration, Management and Operations

$40K

29 grads

1yr Earnings

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

$46K

28 grads

1yr Earnings

Criminal Justice and Corrections

$44K

22 grads

1yr Earnings

Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods

$33K

18 grads

1yr Earnings

Accounting and Related Services

$59K

17 grads

1yr Earnings

Graduates earn about $45K six years out, growing to $54K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Texas Wesleyan University

What is the acceptance rate at Texas Wesleyan University?
Texas Wesleyan University has an acceptance rate of 69.2%. Texas Wesleyan University accepts 69.2% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
How much does Texas Wesleyan University cost?
Tuition at Texas Wesleyan University is $39,582 for in-state students and $39,582 for out-of-state students. The total cost of attendance runs about $57,451/yr, including $13,534 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $24,066.
What is the graduation rate at Texas Wesleyan University?
Texas Wesleyan University has a graduation rate of 31.5%. The 17% graduation rate is below average, but 60.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
How much do Texas Wesleyan University graduates earn?
The median earnings for Texas Wesleyan University graduates is $54,053 ten years after enrollment. Graduates earn about $45K six years out, growing to $54K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.