Overview
Enrollment
Case Western Reserve University sits on a 267-acre campus in Cleveland's University Circle district, positioned four miles east of downtown Cleveland and adjacent to cultural institutions including the Cleveland Museum of Art and Severance Hall. The institution formed through the 1967 federation of Case Institute of Technology and Western Reserve University, with roots dating to 1826. The campus combines both Victorian-era and modern architecture, featuring landmarks like the Peter B. Lewis Building designed by Frank Gehry. Known for its engineering, medicine, and biomedical research programs, CWRU maintains partnerships with neighboring institutions including the Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals. The university houses undergraduates in a residential college system across the North and South sides of campus, while its NCAA Division III athletic teams compete as the Spartans in the University Athletic Association.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Case Western is rated within the top 11% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Case Western Reserve University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#49 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#48 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#1 in Best Private Colleges in Ohio
#154 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1430/1540 |
| ACT | 32/35 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.86 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $571 |
| Room and Board | $18,202 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $86,073 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 28% |
| Biology | 12% |
| Social Sciences | 11% |
| Business | 9% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=201645 IPEDS survey data for Case Western Reserve University.
Current students may use the Case Western Reserve University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025