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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Jacksonville, FL

Edward Waters University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in FL. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$14,878

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

84.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

29.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$34,782

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Edward Waters University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Jacksonville, FL. With a competitive tuition profile of $14,878, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 29.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$59,512

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

12.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$4,782

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$11,692

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$36,128

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 29%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
47.3%
52.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
84.0%
Unknown
6.3%
White
4.9%
Hispanic
2.0%
Two or more
1.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Asian
0.3%
International
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

13

Burglary

8

Theft

2

Assault

2

Robbery

0

Rape

1

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$14,878

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$12,861
$30k - $48k$12,887
$48k - $75k$15,958
$75k+$14,237

Debt & Financial Aid

Pell Grant Recipients75.6%
Using Federal Loans72.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment16.7%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$12,984
Pell Grant Recipients78.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

53.4%

Success

29.1%

In-State Cost

$14,878

Age 25+ Students

13.6%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

444 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Jacksonville (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Jacksonville (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.