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Webber International University

Babson Park, FL

Webber International University, is a private business university. Founded by economist Roger Babson in 1927 as a college for women, it adopted coeducation in 1971. Its 110-acre campus is located in Babson Park on the shores of Crooked Lake, 50 miles from both Orlando and Tampa.

Tuition & Fees

$27,674

$27,674

not including room and board

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SAT ACT

Test Scores

Percent of freshmen in each score range

reading math writing
600-699
7%
500-599
44%
400-499
45%
300-399
4%
700-800
1%
600-699
5%
500-599
45%
400-499
38%
300-399
10%
200-299
1%
composite english math
24-29
4%
18-23
32%
12-17
57%
6-11
7%
24-29
6%
18-23
35%
12-17
59%
24-29
7%
18-23
52%
12-17
40%
6-11
1%
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undergraduateRatios

74%

male

26%

female

1

teacher

24

students

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Selective

40%

acceptance rate

Accepted 410
Declined + 612
Total Received 1,022
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Private (nonprofit)

615

undergraduate students

81

graduate students

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Most Popular Majors

  1. Sport Business Management
  2. Criminal Justice Management
  3. General Business Studies
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Codes

SAT 5893
ACT 773

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School Facts

Webber International University, is a private business university. Founded by economist Roger Babson in 1927 as a college for women, it adopted coeducation in 1971. Its 110-acre campus is located in Babson Park on the shores of Crooked Lake, 50 miles from both Orlando and Tampa.

Public/private Private (nonprofit)
Campus Enrollment 696
Established in 1927
Coeducational Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College
Accredited by •  SACS (Southern Assn. of Colleges and Schools)

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Babson Park, FL

110-acre, rural campus in Babson Park (population: 1,182), six miles from Lake Wales and 50 miles from both Orlando and Tampa; branch campuses at South Florida Comm Coll. Air serves Orlando and Tampa; bus and train serve Winter Haven (20 miles). School operates transportation to Orlando and to special events.

Webber International University
1201 North Scenic Highway
Babson Park, FL 33827

Campus Life

yes
Housing available
50%
Percent of undergraduates that live in campus-owned housing
90%
Percent of freshmen that live in campus-owned housing
yes
Students may have cars on campus
yes
Alcohol is permitted on campus to students of legal age
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% freshman classHigh School Class Rank

Top 1/10
6%
Top 1/4
27%
Top 1/2
61%
Bottom 1/2
39%
Bottom 1/4
12%
SAT ACT

Test Scores

Percent of freshmen in each score range

reading math writing
600-699
7%
500-599
44%
400-499
45%
300-399
4%
700-800
1%
600-699
5%
500-599
45%
400-499
38%
300-399
10%
200-299
1%
composite english math
24-29
4%
18-23
32%
12-17
57%
6-11
7%
24-29
6%
18-23
35%
12-17
59%
24-29
7%
18-23
52%
12-17
40%
6-11
1%

Admissions Facts

Application fee
Common application accepted yes
Application deadline April 1 (priority deadline)
August 1
School has early decision program no
School has early action program no
Admissions interview
(required or recommended)		 Required
SAT/ACT requirements SAT or ACT Required

Selective

40%

acceptance rate

Accepted 410
Declined + 612
Total Received 1,022

Admissions Factors

Very Important

Class rank
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores

Important

Character/ personal qualities
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Volunteer Work

Considered

Alumni/ae relationship
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Work Experience

Not Considered

Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency

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Admissions Contact

Ryan Picard
Director of Admissions
P: 800 741-1844
F: 863 638-1591
admissions@webber.edu

Financial Aid

61%

Of students' needs
were fully met

$21,206

Average financial aid

Cost

Tuition $24,782
Room & board $9,430
Additional fees $2,892
Books & supplies $1,304
Total $38,408
Average Financial Aid - $21,206
Total with Avg. Aid $17,202

Scholarships & Grants

Need-based

Federal $1,554,456
State $1,514,418
Institutional $658,590
Other external $80,378
Total $3,807,842

Non-need-based

Federal
State $171,186
Institutional $762,065
Other external $38,502
Total $971,753

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Financial Aid Deadline

FAFSA
August 1

State aid form
August 1

Required Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA

State aid form

Financial Aid Office

P: 863 638-2929
F: 863 638-1317
financialaid@webber.edu

Financial Aid Officer

Lee Ann Avirett
Director of Financial Aid
avirettlm@webber.edu

Varsity Sports

M W
baseball
basketball
bowling
cheerleading
cross-country
football
golf
soccer
softball
tennis
track and field (indoor)
track and field (outdoor)
volleyball

Club Sports - Men's

volleyball

Club Sports - Women's

volleyball

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Athletic Directors

Darren Ritchie (men's)
Athletic Director
email

Athletic Facts

Athletic conference memberships
NAIA, Florida Sun Conference
Mascot
Warriors
School colors
green, gold, and white

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Majors

Assc. Bach. Mast. Doct.
Accounting
Business Management
Computer Information Systems Management
Corporate Communications
Criminal Justice Management
Elementary Education
Finance
General Business Studies
Hospitality Business Management
Hospitality/Tourism Management
International Business
Management
Marketing
Sport Business Management
Sports Management
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Most Popular Majors

  1. Sport Business Management
  2. Criminal Justice Management
  3. General Business Studies

Programs Offered

  • Distance Learning
  • Double majors
  • Honors program
  • Internships

696

total students

86%

in-state

14%

out-of-state

Undergraduate

Graduate

88%

615
students

Female
26%
160

Male
74%
455

12%

81
students

Female
48%
39

Male
52%
42

undergraduateFull-time

undergraduatePart-time

95%

587
students

Female
27%
154

Male
73%
433

5%

28
students

Female
22%
6

Male
78%
22

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Student Break-down

17%
Nonresident aliens
32%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic/Latino
< 1%
Native American or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic/Latino
< 1%
Asian, non-Hispanic/Latino
13%
Hispanic/Latino
34%
White, non-Hispanic/Latino
< 1%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown
< 1%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic/Latino
< 1%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic/Latino

Transfer Admissions

53%

Transfer applicants accepted

60%

Applicants accepted who enroll

Transfer Requirements

Minimum requirements High School GPA: 2.00
College GPA: 2.00
High school transcript Required of Some
College transcript(s) Required of All
Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) Recommended of All
Interview Required of Some
Standardized test scores Recommended of Some
Essay or personal statement Required of Some

Transfer Application Deadlines

Fall: August 1

Spring: December 1

Summer: May 1

Transfer Credits

Maximum transfered

90

semester hours

Minimum transfers must complete

30

semester hours

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Counseling services

  • Academic
  • Career
  • Personal

Remedial services offered

  • Math
  • Reading
  • Study skills
  • Writing

Career placement services

  • Alumni network
  • Career/job search classes
  • Internships
  • Interview training
  • On-campus job interviews
  • Resume assistance

Percent of the campus accessible to physically disabled students

80%

Additional services

  • Health insurance
  • Health service
  • Nonremedial tutoring
  • Placement service

Special programs for physically disabled students

  • Tutors
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International Students

Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens 42
Countries most often represented Brazil
China
France
Germany
Sweden
The United Kingdom
Special services offered for international applicants Other
Special counselors/advisors
Special orientation

International Student Contact

Ryan Picard
Director of Admissions
863 638-2927
picardrp@webber.edu

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