Walsh University
About Walsh University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Walsh University is a private university in North Canton, OH. It has a 72.5% acceptance rate and a 58.5% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,454 students.
Founded
1960
Location
North Canton, Ohio
Students
2,059
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
70.7%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
58.5%
Below national average
Tuition
$35,745
Per year
Avg Net Price
$20,493
After financial aid
SAT Average
1193
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$59,764
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
70.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Walsh University accepts 70.7% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1193/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
58.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
72.4%
4-Year Grad
46%
6-Year Grad
69%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$8.3K
Class Size
Medium
While 46% finish in 4 years, 72.4% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$35,745
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,170
Books & Supplies
$790
Total Cost of Attendance
$47,575
After Financial Aid
$20,493
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$20,458
Receive Grants
27.4%
Take Loans
52.2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $47,575/yr, including $12,170 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $20,493.
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 Walsh University fund their education.
While in School
27.4%
Get Grants
Free money
52.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$65,293
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $60K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Walsh University.
Gender
47.1%
Female
53%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,390
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
669
Graduates
34.2%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
10.5%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (47% women, 53% men). 34.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 9.1% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,390
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Walsh University fields 12 varsity teams with 812 student athletes, about 58% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Great Midwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
812
58% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
478
Men
334
Women
8
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Walsh Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$59,764
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$68K
64 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$53K
30 grads
4yr Earnings
Special Education and Teaching
—
27 grads
Biology, General
$31K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
$69K
25 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$28K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $50K six years out, growing to $60K 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.