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Warren Wilson College

Warren Wilson

Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778-2099

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Small & IntimateRuralPrivate

Known for biology — close-knit campus

Warren Wilson College is a private institution in Swannanoa with particular strength in biology and psychology. With an average SAT of 1290, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 720 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.

43% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $36,260 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,719.

Established
1894
Type
Private liberal arts college
Division
Division III

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78%Acceptance
1290SAT Avg
720Students
11:1Student:Faculty
43%Grad Rate
$36,260Earnings 10yr
$23,719Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Warren Wilson College 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 Rate77.6%

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 27
2530

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

77.6%

Trend

SAT Avg

1290

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$40,290
Room & Board$12,610
Books & Supplies$850
Total Cost of Attendance$53,576
Average Net Price$23,719
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$19,447
$30–48K$19,640
$48–75K$15,474
$75–110K$25,134
$110K+$31,599

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

43.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$9,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

4

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

1

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 (25)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

70%

Negative
  • 70% 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
720
Gender Split
66% / 34%
Women / Men
First Generation
20%
Pell Grant Recipients
37%

Race & Ethnicity

White 78%
Black 5%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate43.1%
Freshman Retention70.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$27,723
10 Years$36,260

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 — Owls

BasketballCross

History & Fun Facts

  • It was purchased in 1893 by the Women's Board of Home Missions of the Presbyterian Church.
  • On November 30, 1894, the Asheville Farm School officially opened on 420 acres (170 ha), with 25 students attending.
  • A professional staff of three offered the first three grades of elementary instruction.
  • In 1923, the school graduated its first high school class.
  • The first post-high school programs offering vocational training began in 1936.

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

CLT Charlotte89 mi
ATL Atlanta177 mi
RDU Raleigh-Durham206 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA768 mi · ~22h 11m drive
New York, NY578 mi · ~16h 42m drive
Hartford, CT676 mi · ~19h 32m drive
Providence, RI732 mi · ~21h 9m drive
Albany, NY673 mi · ~19h 27m drive
Syracuse, NY614 mi · ~17h 44m drive
Rochester, NY582 mi · ~16h 49m drive
Buffalo, NY538 mi · ~15h 33m drive
Philadelphia, PA498 mi · ~14h 23m drive
Pittsburgh, PA359 mi · ~10h 22m drive
Harrisburg, PA442 mi · ~12h 46m drive
Newark, NJ572 mi · ~16h 31m drive
Washington, DC374 mi · ~10h 48m drive
Baltimore, MD408 mi · ~11h 47m drive
Atlanta, GA170 mi · ~4h 55m drive
Charlotte, NC94 mi · ~2h 43m drive
Raleigh, NC214 mi · ~6h 11m drive
Miami, FL693 mi · ~20h 1m drive
Orlando, FL493 mi · ~14h 15m drive
Tampa, FL529 mi · ~15h 17m drive
Nashville, TN246 mi · ~7h 6m drive
New Orleans, LA591 mi · ~17h 4m drive
Richmond, VA308 mi · ~8h 54m drive
Chicago, IL515 mi · ~14h 53m drive
Detroit, MI466 mi · ~13h 28m drive
Minneapolis, MN861 mi · ~24h 52m drive
St. Louis, MO475 mi · ~13h 43m drive
Kansas City, MO708 mi · ~20h 27m drive
Indianapolis, IN352 mi · ~10h 10m drive
Columbus, OH302 mi · ~8h 43m drive
Cleveland, OH409 mi · ~11h 49m drive
Milwaukee, WI590 mi · ~17h 3m drive
Dallas, TX843 mi · ~24h 21m drive
Houston, TX852 mi · ~24h 37m drive
Austin, TX960 mi · ~27h 44m drive
San Antonio, TX1026 mi · ~29h 38m drive
Los Angeles, CA2022 mi · ~58h 25m drive
San Francisco, CA2203 mi · ~63h 39m drive
San Diego, CA1985 mi · ~57h 21m drive
Seattle, WA2192 mi · ~63h 19m drive
Portland, OR2194 mi · ~63h 23m drive
Denver, CO1262 mi · ~36h 27m drive
Phoenix, AZ1687 mi · ~48h 44m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1630 mi · ~47h 5m drive
Honolulu, HI4579 mi · ~132h 17m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot 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

Charlotte (CLT)89 miles
Rental car
134 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
178 min$107-178
Atlanta (ATL)177 miles
Rental car
266 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
354 min$212-354

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