Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Wilberforce, Ohio |
| Online | wilberforce.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Religious Affiliation | African Methodist Episcopal |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Wilberforce University, located in rural southwestern Ohio near Dayton and Columbus, stands as America's oldest private historically Black university owned and operated by African Americans. Founded in 1856 by the African Methodist Episcopal Church, the university occupies a 75-acre suburban campus in Greene County. The liberal arts institution offers undergraduate programs with particular focus in business administration, communications, sociology, and rehabilitation services. The university maintains a cooperative education program requiring students to alternate between academic study and professional work experience, making it one of the first institutions to mandate this type of experiential learning. Wilberforce provides traditional dormitory housing for its students and competes in NAIA Division II athletics as the Bulldogs.
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Value
Wilberforce University is rated within the lower 25% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 840/940 |
| ACT | 14/18 |
| Estimated GPA | 2.82 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,230 |
| Room and Board | $7,000 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,450 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 54% |
| Health Professions | 12% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 9% |
| Psychology | 6% |
| Social Sciences | 6% |
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