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Wilson College

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Location: Wilson College

Chambersburg, Pennsylvania 17201-1285

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Wilson College is a private institution in Chambersburg with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1020, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 745 undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

52% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $43,326 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,241.

Established

1869

Motto

"Ars, Scientia, et Religio"

Mascot

The Phoenix

Type

Private college

Division

Division III

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90%Acceptance

1020SAT Avg

745Students

12:1Student:Faculty

52%Grad Rate

$43,326Earnings 10yr

$21,241Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate90.0%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1020

Reading & WritingMid: 550

480570

MathMid: 530

460540

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

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$27,000

Room & Board$12,162

Books & Supplies$1,104

Total Cost of Attendance$38,932

Average Net Price$21,241

Median Debt at Graduation$26,328

Monthly Payment (10yr)$279

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$14,381

$30–48K$10,250

$48–75K$17,122

$75–110K$22,602

$110K+$28,575

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

15.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

1.7%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$19,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

Peer Average

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

Burglary

Aggravated Assault

Robbery

Motor Vehicle Theft

Sex Offenses

Arson

Drug Arrests

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (53)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

77%

Mixed

Student Body

Undergrads

745

Gender Split

81% / 19%

Women / Men

First Generation

43%

Pell Grant Recipients

27%

Race & Ethnicity

White 78%

Black 8%

Hispanic 9%

Asian 1%

Two+ 2%

Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate51.8%

Freshman Retention77.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$37,049

10 Years$43,326

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

Rankings

U.S. News

#21

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vs 2024

Niche

#21

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vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

Equestrian

History & Fun Facts

•History 1869–1900 The college was founded as the "Wilson Female College" by Tryon Edwards and James W.
•The original charter was granted by the Pennsylvania Legislature on March 24, 1869.
•The college took its present name, "Wilson College", in 1920.
•Its 1870 promotional materials stated that the college was a place for women "to be leaders, not followers, in society".

Source: Wikipedia