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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Waynesburg, PA

Waynesburg University

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

Annual Tuition

$29,460

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

91.7%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

60.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$58,537

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Waynesburg University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Waynesburg, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $29,460, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 60.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing500 – 630
20025th–75th percentile800
Math500 – 590
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite16 – 25
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

91.7%

Transfer-Out Rate0.8%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$117,840

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$28,537

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$167,530

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$452,900

Long-term projected return on your education investment

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. Median graduate debt at Waynesburg University is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
53.4%
46.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
82.0%
Black
7.9%
Hispanic
4.6%
Two or more
3.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.8%
International
0.5%
Unknown
0.3%
Asian
0.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$29,460

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$19,790
$30k - $48k$23,018
$48k - $75k$25,354
$75k+$25,404

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients31.0%
Using Federal Loans72.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment74.0%

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

* 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

72.3%

Success

60.1%

In-State Cost

$29,460

Age 25+ Students

3.4%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

622 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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