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Walsh University

Walsh College

North Canton, Ohio 44720-3396

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Small & IntimateSuburbanPrivateBusiness Focus

Known for business — close-knit campus

Walsh University is a private institution in North Canton with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1210, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.3K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

62% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $59,764 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,004.

Established
1960
Motto
Sed Deus Dat Incrementum
Mascot
Sir Walter the Cavalier
Type
Private university
Division
Division II

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78%Acceptance
1210SAT Avg
1,294Students
13:1Student:Faculty
62%Grad Rate
$59,764Earnings 10yr
$20,004Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Walsh 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 Rate78.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1210

Reading & WritingMid: 553
508590
MathMid: 575
548625

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 23
2128

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

78.2%

Trend

SAT Avg

1210

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$34,595
Room & Board$11,810
Books & Supplies$790
Total Cost of Attendance$45,817
Average Net Price$20,004
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$14,430
$30–48K$15,707
$48–75K$19,692
$75–110K$21,715
$110K+$23,274

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

47.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$20,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

9

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (69)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

73%

Negative
  • •73% 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
1,294
Gender Split
49% / 51%
Women / Men
First Generation
34%
Pell Grant Recipients
23%

Race & Ethnicity

White 60%
Black 6%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 10%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate61.7%
Freshman Retention72.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$50,090
10 Years$59,764

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

Varsity Sports

Varsity teams

History & Fun Facts

  • •Walsh University was founded as LaMennais College in Alfred, Maine, in 1951 by the Brothers of Christian Instruction to educate young men as brothers and teachers.
  • •In 2013, Walsh University joined Division II of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
  • •Presidents On July 1, 2019, Walsh University announced that Timothy J.

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

CLE Cleveland45 mi
PIT Pittsburgh65 mi
CMH Columbus100 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA542 mi · ~15h 39m drive
New York, NY385 mi · ~11h 7m drive
Hartford, CT455 mi · ~13h 9m drive
Providence, RI520 mi · ~15h 1m drive
Albany, NY411 mi · ~11h 52m drive
Syracuse, NY307 mi · ~8h 52m drive
Rochester, NY249 mi · ~7h 12m drive
Buffalo, NY189 mi · ~5h 28m drive
Philadelphia, PA332 mi · ~9h 35m drive
Pittsburgh, PA78 mi · ~2h 15m drive
Harrisburg, PA239 mi · ~6h 54m drive
Newark, NJ376 mi · ~10h 52m drive
Washington, DC267 mi · ~7h 43m drive
Baltimore, MD274 mi · ~7h 55m drive
Atlanta, GA519 mi · ~15h drive
Charlotte, NC391 mi · ~11h 18m drive
Raleigh, NC382 mi · ~11h 2m drive
Miami, FL1046 mi · ~30h 13m drive
Orlando, FL852 mi · ~24h 37m drive
Tampa, FL895 mi · ~25h 51m drive
Nashville, TN437 mi · ~12h 37m drive
New Orleans, LA899 mi · ~25h 58m drive
Richmond, VA312 mi · ~9h 1m drive
Chicago, IL332 mi · ~9h 35m drive
Detroit, MI133 mi · ~3h 51m drive
Minneapolis, MN664 mi · ~19h 11m drive
St. Louis, MO494 mi · ~14h 16m drive
Kansas City, MO709 mi · ~20h 29m drive
Indianapolis, IN264 mi · ~7h 38m drive
Columbus, OH106 mi · ~3h 4m drive
Cleveland, OH46 mi · ~1h 20m drive
Milwaukee, WI368 mi · ~10h 38m drive
Dallas, TX1018 mi · ~29h 25m drive
Houston, TX1098 mi · ~31h 43m drive
Austin, TX1173 mi · ~33h 53m drive
San Antonio, TX1246 mi · ~36h drive
Los Angeles, CA2060 mi · ~59h 31m drive
San Francisco, CA2184 mi · ~63h 6m drive
San Diego, CA2043 mi · ~59h 1m drive
Seattle, WA2055 mi · ~59h 22m drive
Portland, OR2082 mi · ~60h 9m drive
Denver, CO1243 mi · ~35h 55m drive
Phoenix, AZ1757 mi · ~50h 45m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1588 mi · ~45h 53m drive
Honolulu, HI4579 mi · ~132h 17m 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

Cleveland (CLE)45 miles
Rental car
68 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
90 min$54-90
Pittsburgh (PIT)65 miles
Rental car
98 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
130 min$78-130

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