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
Conference
NCAA Division III ranks
Division
Division III
78%Acceptance
1290SAT Avg
720Students
11:1Student:Faculty
43%Grad Rate
$36,260Earnings 10yr
$23,719Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate77.6%
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 27
2530
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
Programs (25)
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
8 Years$30,464
10 Years$36,260
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$28,500
Men
$30,900
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Owls
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia