Wooster, OH
54%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 3,085 |
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| Declined | + 2,582 |
| Total Received | 5,667 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Ohio University | Athens, OH |
| University of Dayton | Dayton, OH |
| Miami University — Oxford | Oxford, OH |
| New York University | New York, NY |
| Columbia University | New York, NY |
| Stanford University | Stanford, CA |
| Boston University | Boston, MA |
| Michigan State University | East Lansing, MI |
| Baldwin Wallace University | Berea, OH |
| Oklahoma State University | Stillwater, OK |
| SAT | 1134 |
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| ACT | 3260 |
The College of Wooster, founded in 1866, is an independent liberal arts college with an innovative curriculum that emphasizes independent learning. Its 320-acre campus is located in Wooster, OH, 55 miles southwest of Cleveland.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 2,003 |
| Established in | 1866 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NCACS (North Central Assn. of Colleges and Schools) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) |
240-acre campus in Wooster (population: 27,023), 55 miles from Cleveland. Served by bus; major airport serves Cleveland; smaller airport serves Akron (25 miles); train serves Canton (35 miles). School operates transportation to Akron, Cleveland, and to airports.
The College of Wooster
1189 Beall Avenue
Wooster, OH 44691
| Application fee | |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | February 15 |
| School has early decision program | yes |
| Early decision program application deadline | November 1 |
| School has early action program | yes |
| Early action program application deadline | November 15 |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required |
54%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 3,085 |
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| Declined | + 2,582 |
| Total Received | 5,667 |
Secondary school record
Character/ personal qualities
Class rank
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Recommendations
Standardized test scores
Alumni/ae relationship
Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
State residency
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Religious affiliation/commitment
Jennifer Winge
Director of Admissions
P: 800 877-9905
F: 330 263-2621
admissions@wooster.edu
| Tuition | $48,160 |
| Room | $5,500 |
| Board | $5,900 |
| Additional fees | $440 |
| Books & supplies | $1,000 |
| Total | $61,000 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $41,286 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $19,714 |
92%
$41,286
Need-based
| Federal | $1,619,773 |
| State | $293,480 |
| Institutional | $30,577,164 |
| Other external | $656,885 |
| Total | $33,147,302 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | |
| Institutional | $20,069,523 |
| Other external | $465,181 |
| Total | $20,534,704 |
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Transfer applicants accepted
42%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.50 |
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| High school transcript | Required of All |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Required of All |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Maximum transfered
16
Minimum transfers must complete
16
90%
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 34 |
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| Countries most often represented |
China Ghana India Japan South Korea Vietnam |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
Host family program International student center Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Reon Sines-Sheaff
Director of International Admissions
330 263-2001
rsines-sheaff@wooster.edu
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