Overview
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| Location | Springfield, Ohio |
| Online | wittenberg.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Religious Affiliation | Lutheran Church in America |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Wittenberg University, a private Lutheran liberal arts institution established in 1845, is located in Springfield, Ohio, approximately 45 miles west of Columbus. The 114-acre campus features a mix of historic Gothic and contemporary architecture, including the distinctive Recitation Hall, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. While maintaining its Lutheran heritage, Wittenberg operates as a liberal arts college offering undergraduate programs with notable strengths in business, education, and natural sciences, along with a Master's program in education. The university maintains a residential campus community where most students live in traditional dormitories or campus-owned housing throughout their academic career. As an NCAA Division III institution, Wittenberg competes in the North Coast Athletic Conference, with its football program holding multiple conference championships.
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Wittenberg University is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Wittenberg University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#484 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#340 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#17 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#14 in Best Private Colleges in Ohio
#213 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1070/1260 |
| ACT | 20/27 |
| GPA | 3.6 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $946 |
| Room and Board | $11,562 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $59,364 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 14% |
| Biology | 14% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
| Psychology | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=206525 IPEDS survey data for Wittenberg University.
Current students may use the Wittenberg University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025