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| Location | Wooster, Ohio |
| Online | wooster.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
The College of Wooster, located in Wooster, Ohio, is a private liberal arts college founded in 1866. Characterized by a suburban setting roughly 55 miles southwest of Cleveland, the institution offers students a picturesque campus distinguished by its Gothic architecture. The College of Wooster is recognized for its Independent Study program whereby all students complete a significant research project or thesis before graduation, reflecting its strong emphasis on mentored undergraduate research. With a selection process that is moderately selective, the college enrolls a diverse student body and offers a wide variety of undergraduate majors, with particularly notable programs in the sciences and humanities. Campus life is bolstered by a range of residential options, as nearly all students live in the college's housing facilities. While the College of Wooster competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Fighting Scots, it is primarily known for its academic rigor rather than its athletic programs.
In the most recent statistical year 7,251 prospective students applied, and 4,080 were granted admission. Of those admitted 578 enrolled in the school. 1,958 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 9 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $57,050 plus fees of $450. Wooster is ranked 198 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Wooster is rated within the top 30% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for The College of Wooster within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#198 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#152 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#5 in Best Private Colleges in Ohio
#120 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1250/1450 |
| ACT | 27/32 |
| GPA | 3.76 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $450 |
| Room and Board | $13,500 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $73,250 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 26% |
| English and Literature | 9% |
| History | 9% |
| Biology | 9% |
| Psychology | 8% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024