Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Oskaloosa, Iowa |
| Online | wmpenn.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Friends |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
William Penn University, located in Oskaloosa, Iowa, approximately 60 miles southeast of Des Moines, operates from a residential campus spanning 75 acres. Established in 1873 by Quaker settlers, the institution maintains its historical affiliation with the Religious Society of Friends while serving students of all backgrounds. The university offers undergraduate programs through three academic divisions?Business Administration, Education, and Arts and Sciences?with particular emphasis on professional preparation in business and education. Traditional students primarily reside in one of four residence halls on the main campus, where the university competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) as the Statesmen, participating in the Heart of America Athletic Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
William Penn University is rated within the lower 34% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for William Penn University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#896 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#543 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#20 in Best Colleges in Iowa
#17 in Best Private Colleges in Iowa
#55 in Best Value Colleges in Iowa
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 830/1100 |
| ACT | 16/22 |
| GPA | 3.0 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,504 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $7,712 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,834 |
| Total One Year Cost | $43,800 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 45% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 11% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 11% |
| Education | 9% |
| Social Sciences | 5% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025