Overview
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| Location | Chester, Pennsylvania |
| Online | widener.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Widener University-Main Campus, established in 1821, is a private, coeducational university located in Chester, Pennsylvania, a city with close proximity to Philadelphia. The university's campus presents a blend of historic and modern architecture and offers on-campus housing options to students. With a moderately selective admissions process, Widener provides a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, and is particularly recognized for its engineering and nursing majors. The institution supports a diverse academic environment with a strong emphasis on leadership development. While Widener does participate in NCAA Division III athletics, it is not predominantly known for its athletic programs.
In the most recent statistical year 5,961 prospective students applied, and 5,227 were granted admission. Of those admitted 536 enrolled in the school. 4,081 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,335 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $50,624 plus fees of $1,015. Widener University-Main Campus is ranked 364 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Widener University-Main Campus is rated within the top 39% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Widener University Main Campus within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#364 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#265 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#32 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#30 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#465 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#40 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1105/1290 |
| ACT | 22/29 |
| GPA | 3.46 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,332 |
| Other Fees | $1,015 |
| Room and Board | $15,200 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,782 |
| Total One Year Cost | $69,953 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 28% |
| Health Professions | 23% |
| Engineering | 11% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Education | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=216852 IPEDS survey data for Widener University Main Campus.
Current students may use the Widener University Main Campus GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.