Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Newberry, South Carolina |
| Online | newberry.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Evangelical Lutheran Church |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Newberry College, a private Lutheran liberal arts institution founded in 1856, is located in the town of Newberry, South Carolina, approximately 40 miles northwest of Columbia. The 90-acre suburban campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including several structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The college maintains a selective admission process and offers bachelor's degrees across more than 30 academic programs, with notable strengths in education, business administration, and nursing. Students typically reside in one of the college's six residence halls, and the institution competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Wolves, participating in the South Atlantic Conference.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Newberry College 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
Rankings
Rankings for Newberry College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#991 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#577 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#23 in Best Colleges in South Carolina
#12 in Best Private Colleges in South Carolina
#31 in Best Value Colleges in South Carolina
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 928/1103 |
| ACT | 16/22 |
| GPA | 3.58 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $900 |
| Other Fees | $2,750 |
| Room and Board | $12,000 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,822 |
| Total One Year Cost | $44,822 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 23% |
| Education | 13% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 13% |
| Biology | 9% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=218414 IPEDS survey data for Newberry College.
Current students may use the Newberry College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024