Wilmington College

4/10 Overall Rating
4 Year
Wilmington, OH
1.0 1 review

#29 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

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Overview

Total enrollment

1,040

Location Wilmington, Ohio
Website wilmington.edu
Type Private 4 Year
Setting Rural Fringe
Religious Affiliation Friends

Size Small
Status Non-profit
Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Wilmington College, established in 1870 by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), is situated in the rural town of Wilmington, Ohio, approximately one hour from Cincinnati, Columbus, and Dayton. The 200-acre main campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the landmark College Hall, set within a traditional collegiate setting. The college maintains its Quaker heritage through its emphasis on hands-on learning and community engagement, while offering programs notably strong in agriculture, athletic training, and education. Wilmington College provides guaranteed housing for students in its residence halls and operates as an NCAA Division III institution, competing in the Ohio Athletic Conference. The campus includes distinctive agricultural facilities, including the Academic Farm and the Center for Agriculture, which support its comprehensive agricultural sciences program.

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Ratings

Wilmington College is rated within the lower 34% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10.

Overall Rating

4 out of 10
Academics

4 out of 10
Resources

4 out of 10
Outcomes

4 out of 10
Value

1 out of 10

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Rankings

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Admissions

Admission Standards

Very Easy

SAT (enrolled mid-50) 850/1220
ACT (enrolled mid-50) 16/23
GPA 3.47

Acceptance Rate

92.4%

Applications Due Aug 1, 2027
Enrollment Rate 20%
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$32,082

Costs for Wilmington College
Fee		Cost
Tuition		$32,082
Books and Supplies		$1,000
Other Fees		$1,350
Room and Board		$11,923
Budget for Other Expenses		$8,400
Total One Year Cost		$54,755

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$40,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

51% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Wilmington College are Business, Education, and Agriculture. 32% of students major in Business, 14% in Education, and 9% in Agriculture.