Texas Wesleyan University
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
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
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
ACT Scores
19/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
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%
LowDefault 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
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
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
Every Varsity Team
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
Popular Programs
Top 6Psychology, 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.
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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.