Walden University
About Walden University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Walden University is a for-profit online university based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It offers doctoral, master's, and bachelor's programs in education, psychology, health sciences, and business for working professionals.
Founded
1970
Location
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Students
49,433
Institution
For-Profit
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
N/A
Not reported
Tuition
$12,762
Per year
Avg Net Price
$33,817
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,810
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
N/A
Graduation rate not reported
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
Not reported
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
11%
$/Student
$3.1K
Class Size
Large
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$12,762
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$900
Total Cost of Attendance
$35,358
After Financial Aid
$33,817
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$32,652
Receive Grants
55.2%
Take Loans
68.8%
Tuition is $12,762/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $33,817.
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 Walden University fund their education.
While in School
55.2%
Get Grants
Free money
68.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$29,737
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,834
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$221/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $20,834 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Walden University.
Gender
85.8%
Female
14%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
9,136
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
40,297
Graduates
50.8%
First-Gen
36 yrs
Avg Age
89.5%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 36, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 50.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
9,136
Students
for-profit
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Walden Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,810
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$89K
465 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$36K
190 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
—
168 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$57K
159 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$38K
148 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
$36K
75 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $51K six years out, growing to $43K 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.