Westminster College
About Westminster College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Westminster College is a private university in New Wilmington, PA. It has a 75.3% acceptance rate and a 62.2% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,023 students.
Founded
1852
Location
New Wilmington, Pennsylvania
Students
1,095
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
92.6%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
64.6%
Near national average
Tuition
$40,290
Per year
Avg Net Price
$19,859
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$53,861
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
Dec 15
Regular
Rolling
Westminster College accepts the majority of applicants at 92.6%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Average: 23 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
64.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
81%
4-Year Grad
66%
6-Year Grad
73%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
60.8%
$/Student
$10.2K
Class Size
Medium
66% graduate in 4 years, and 81% of freshmen return for year two. The retention rate suggests students are happy with their experience.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$40,290
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,880
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$53,003
After Financial Aid
$19,859
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$15,226
Receive Grants
26.8%
Take Loans
67%
Don't let the $40,290 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $19,859 after financial aid, a 51% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $15,226.
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 Westminster College fund their education.
While in School
26.8%
Get Grants
Free money
67%
Take Loans
Must repay
$71,144
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$26,060
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$276/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $26,060 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $54K 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 Westminster College.
Gender
48.8%
Female
51%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,041
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
54
Graduates
25.5%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
5.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (49% women, 51% men). 25.5% 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
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,041
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Westminster College fields 13 varsity teams with 638 student athletes, about 61% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Presidents'
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
638
61% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
67% / 33%
428
Men
210
Women
11
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Westminster Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$53,861
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$42K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$27K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Education, Other
$42K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Sociology
$48K
13 grads
4yr Earnings
Marketing
—
12 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
11 grads
Graduates earn about $44K 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.