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Urshan University

Wentzville, Missouri 63385

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Urshan University is a private suburban institution in Wentzville, Missouri. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1035.

A small campus of 512 undergraduates with a 21:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

55% of students graduate within four years. Net price after aid averages $13,496.

Established
1968
Motto
"To Do Justly And to Love Mercy and to Walk Humbly With Your God"
Type
Private university, Christian college

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84%Acceptance
1035SAT Avg
512Students
21:1Student:Faculty
55%Grad Rate
Earnings 10yr
$13,496Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Urshan University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate83.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1035

Reading & Writing
490570
Math
430540

ACT Score Range

Composite
1823

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

83.9%

Trend

SAT Avg

1035

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$8,506
Room & Board$4,398
Books & Supplies$2,100
Total Cost of Attendance$16,089
Average Net Price$13,496

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$11,658
$30–48K$14,934
$48–75K$14,834

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

62.2%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$5,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

3

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (10)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

69%

Negative
  • 69% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
512
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
40%

Race & Ethnicity

White 71%
Black 5%
Hispanic 16%
Asian 1%
Two+ 5%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate55.0%
Freshman Retention69.0%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • On July 13, 1966, the district passed a resolution to create such a Bible college.
  • On September 13, 1968, Gateway College officially opened at 3155 Charbonier Road in Florissant, Missouri.
  • In November 2018, the board of directors selected Brent Coltharp to serve as president effective January 2019, and Jennie Russell returned to her role as executive vice president.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

STL St Louis25 mi
MCI Kansas City211 mi
IND Indianapolis251 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1063 mi · ~30h 43m drive
New York, NY902 mi · ~26h 3m drive
Hartford, CT977 mi · ~28h 13m drive
Providence, RI1042 mi · ~30h 6m drive
Albany, NY931 mi · ~26h 54m drive
Syracuse, NY819 mi · ~23h 40m drive
Rochester, NY751 mi · ~21h 42m drive
Buffalo, NY684 mi · ~19h 46m drive
Philadelphia, PA839 mi · ~24h 14m drive
Pittsburgh, PA587 mi · ~16h 57m drive
Harrisburg, PA749 mi · ~21h 38m drive
Newark, NJ893 mi · ~25h 48m drive
Washington, DC741 mi · ~21h 24m drive
Baltimore, MD763 mi · ~22h 3m drive
Atlanta, GA501 mi · ~14h 28m drive
Charlotte, NC604 mi · ~17h 27m drive
Raleigh, NC701 mi · ~20h 15m drive
Miami, FL1093 mi · ~31h 35m drive
Orlando, FL893 mi · ~25h 48m drive
Tampa, FL891 mi · ~25h 44m drive
Nashville, TN287 mi · ~8h 17m drive
New Orleans, LA613 mi · ~17h 43m drive
Richmond, VA732 mi · ~21h 9m drive
Chicago, IL271 mi · ~7h 50m drive
Detroit, MI475 mi · ~13h 43m drive
Minneapolis, MN444 mi · ~12h 50m drive
St. Louis, MO36 mi · ~1h 2m drive
Kansas City, MO202 mi · ~5h 50m drive
Indianapolis, IN258 mi · ~7h 27m drive
Columbus, OH426 mi · ~12h 18m drive
Cleveland, OH517 mi · ~14h 56m drive
Milwaukee, WI330 mi · ~9h 32m drive
Dallas, TX534 mi · ~15h 26m drive
Houston, TX676 mi · ~19h 32m drive
Austin, TX709 mi · ~20h 29m drive
San Antonio, TX782 mi · ~22h 35m drive
Los Angeles, CA1553 mi · ~44h 52m drive
San Francisco, CA1706 mi · ~49h 17m drive
San Diego, CA1529 mi · ~44h 10m drive
Seattle, WA1685 mi · ~48h 41m drive
Portland, OR1683 mi · ~48h 37m drive
Denver, CO759 mi · ~21h 56m drive
Phoenix, AZ1239 mi · ~35h 48m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1124 mi · ~32h 28m drive
Honolulu, HI4095 mi · ~118h 18m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

St Louis (STL)25 miles
Rental car
38 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
50 min$30-50
Kansas City (MCI)211 miles
Rental car
317 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
422 min$253-422

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