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Waynesburg University

Waynesburg College

Waynesburg, Pennsylvania 15370-1257

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Waynesburg University is a private institution in Waynesburg with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1114, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.1K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

61% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $58,537 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,157.

Established
1850
Motto
Latin: Fiat Lux
Type
Private university
Division
Division III

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92%Acceptance
1114SAT Avg
1,081Students
10:1Student:Faculty
61%Grad Rate
$58,537Earnings 10yr
$25,157Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Waynesburg 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 Rate91.7%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1114

Reading & Writing
500630
Math
500590

ACT Score Range

Composite
1625

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

91.7%

Trend

SAT Avg

1114

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$29,460
Room & Board$12,300
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$42,526
Average Net Price$25,157
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$19,790
$30–48K$23,018
$48–75K$25,354
$75–110K$25,404
$110K+$28,697

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

27.5%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$21,500

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

6

Peer Average

13

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

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (45)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

72%

Negative
  • •72% 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
1,081
Gender Split
53% / 47%
Women / Men
First Generation
26%
Pell Grant Recipients
31%

Race & Ethnicity

White 82%
Black 8%
Hispanic 5%
Two+ 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate60.5%
Freshman Retention72.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$48,994
10 Years$58,537

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

Soccer match

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

PIT Pittsburgh41 mi
MDT Harrisburg182 mi
BUF Buffalo Niagara223 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA504 mi · ~14h 34m drive
New York, NY330 mi · ~9h 32m drive
Hartford, CT413 mi · ~11h 56m drive
Providence, RI477 mi · ~13h 47m drive
Albany, NY384 mi · ~11h 6m drive
Syracuse, NY302 mi · ~8h 43m drive
Rochester, NY262 mi · ~7h 34m drive
Buffalo, NY217 mi · ~6h 16m drive
Philadelphia, PA266 mi · ~7h 41m drive
Pittsburgh, PA39 mi · ~1h 8m drive
Harrisburg, PA176 mi · ~5h 5m drive
Newark, NJ322 mi · ~9h 18m drive
Trenton, NJ289 mi · ~8h 21m drive
Southern (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

Pittsburgh (PIT)41 miles
Rental car
62 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
82 min$49-82
Harrisburg (MDT)182 miles
Rental car
273 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
364 min$218-364

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