Chester, PA
69%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 3,607 |
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| Declined | + 1,569 |
| Total Received | 5,176 |
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| SAT | 2642 |
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| ACT | 3652 |
Widener, founded in 1821, is a private, comprehensive university. Programs are offered through the College of Arts and Sciences; the Schools of Business Administration, Engineering, Hospitality Management, Human Service Professions, and Nursing; and University College. Its 105-acre main campus is located in Chester, 10 miles from Philadelphia.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
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| Campus Enrollment | 6,402 |
| Established in | 1821 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) • ABA (American Bar Association) • ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.) • APA (American Psychological Association) • APTA (American Physical Therapy Association) • CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) • CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) • MSCHE (Middle States Commission on Higher Education) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) |
105-acre suburban main campus in Chester (population: 33,988), 10 miles from Philadelphia; branch campuses in Harrisburg and in Wilmington, DE. Served by train; major airport serves Philadelphia. School operates shuttle bus on campus. Public transportation serves campus.
Widener University
1 University Place
Chester, PA 19013
| Application fee |
(waived if filed online) |
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| Common application accepted | no |
| Application deadline |
February 15 (priority deadline) |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required |
69%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 3,607 |
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| Declined | + 1,569 |
| Total Received | 5,176 |
Class rank
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Volunteer Work
Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Work Experience
Kelly Courtney
Executive Director of Admissions
P: 800 870-6481
F: 610 499-4676
admissions.office@widener.edu
| Tuition | $43,296 |
| Room | $7,300 |
| Board | $6,724 |
| Additional fees | $870 |
| Books & supplies | $1,300 |
| Total | $59,490 |
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| Average Financial Aid | - $32,580 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $26,910 |
80%
$32,580
Need-based
| Federal | $4,511,359 |
| State | $2,654,021 |
| Institutional | $53,221,512 |
| Other external | $1,028,522 |
| Total | $61,415,414 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $42,965 |
| State | $512 |
| Institutional | $10,183,909 |
| Other external | $292,102 |
| Total | $10,519,488 |
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18%
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Transfer applicants accepted
27%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Recommended of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Not Required/Recommended |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Recommended of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Not Required/Recommended |
Maximum transfered
75
Minimum transfers must complete
45
Not Reported
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 32 |
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| Countries most often represented |
China Saudi Arabia South Korea |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
English lab Host family program International student center Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Jackie Young
Coordinator of International Admissions
610 499-4132
jbyoung1@widener.edu
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