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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
New Wilmington, PA

Westminster College

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

Annual Tuition

$39,470

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

85.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

63.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$53,861

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Westminster College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in New Wilmington, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $39,470, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 63.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$157,880

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.6 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$23,861

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$80,730

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$319,340

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 Westminster College is $26,060.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
51.9%
48.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
79.7%
Black
5.8%
Two or more
4.5%
Hispanic
4.2%
Unknown
4.2%
Asian
0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.5%
International
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

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

$39,470

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$19,065
$30k - $48k$14,941
$48k - $75k$19,699
$75k+$20,739

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,060
Pell Grant Recipients24.7%
Using Federal Loans66.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment79.9%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$6,679
Avg. Pell Grant$4,845
Avg. State/Local Grant$4,002
Avg. Institutional Grant$25,769
Students Receiving Grants100.0%

* 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

83.3%

Success

63.9%

In-State Cost

$39,470

Age 25+ Students

5.1%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

360 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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