Warren Wilson College
About Warren Wilson College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Warren Wilson College is a private university in Swannanoa, NC. It has a 84% acceptance rate and a 44.9% graduation rate, serving approximately 697 students.
Founded
1894
Location
Swannanoa, North Carolina
Students
758
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
71.3%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
42%
Below national average
Tuition
$41,500
Per year
Avg Net Price
$21,249
After financial aid
SAT Average
1350
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$36,260
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
71.3 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Warren Wilson College accepts 71.3% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1350/ 1600
Average: 1350 out of 1600
ACT Scores
27/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
42% complete their degree within six years
Retention
70.9%
4-Year Grad
29%
6-Year Grad
39%
Teaching Quality
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
69.1%
$/Student
$11.6K
Class Size
Small
The 29% graduation rate is below average, but 70.9% 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
$41,500
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,050
Books & Supplies
$850
Total Cost of Attendance
$56,966
After Financial Aid
$21,249
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,566
Receive Grants
39.6%
Take Loans
52.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $56,966/yr, including $13,050 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $21,249.
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 Warren Wilson College fund their education.
While in School
39.6%
Get Grants
Free money
52.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$44,436
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Graduates leave with $25,000 in median debt, above the national average. Explore all scholarship and aid options, and consider your expected earnings in your chosen field.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Warren Wilson College.
Gender
66.8%
Female
33%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
707
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
51
Graduates
20.4%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
6.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 67% of the student body. 20.4% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
707
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Warren Wilson College fields 7 varsity teams with 219 student athletes, about 31% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Other
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Other Sports
Student Athletes
219
31% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
44% / 56%
96
Men
123
Women
7
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Warren Wilson Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,260
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Psychology, General
—
15 grads
Visual and Performing Arts, General
—
14 grads
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
$44K
13 grads
4yr Earnings
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
—
12 grads
Social Work
—
11 grads
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology
—
8 grads
Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.