Edward Waters College

Overview

Edward Waters College (EWC) is a private historically black college located in Jacksonville, Florida. Initially founded in 1866 to educate freed former slaves, it is the oldest institution of higher education in Florida. The college is situated in an urban setting and offers a range of bachelor's degree programs, with a noted emphasis on the liberal arts, business, education, and the natural sciences. The campus is characterized by its historical buildings, with Centennial Hall being a notable landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places. EWC's academic profile reflects a commitment to accessible education and the college maintains a moderately selective admissions process. Residential life is an integral component of the student experience at Edward Waters College, with several dormitory options available for on-campus living. While the college maintains an array of extracurricular activities for student engagement, it is particularly recognized for its Tiger athletics program, competing in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) as a member of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference.

In the most recent statistical year 8,988 prospective students applied, and 7,509 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 318 enrolled in the school.  1,090 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 91 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $14,658 plus fees of $220.