Wilberforce University Review

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Wilberforce University is a very small, four-year, highly residential, private not-for-profit school with 810 students enrolled. This school was established in 1856 and is one of the 3 colleges located in Wilberforce, Ohio.

Wilberforce University is one of the Historically Black College or University institutions (HBCU) and is also affiliated with African Methodist Episcopal Church.

Academic Offerings

Wilberforce University will give you the option to obtain a bachelor's degree or master's degree.

Wilberforce University follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and allows you to choose from 24 majors. The most popular concentrations are Marketing and Advertising, Medical, Computer Science, Communication and Journalism, and Management. Read the details about all majors offered at this college.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are normally a positive sign. Nevertheless, if you would like to transfer or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Wilberforce University student retention rate is low at 55% (way below Ohio average). Considering this statistic, apparently students do not seem to enjoy their stay at this school.

The graduation rate at Wilberforce University is low - 33%.

Student to full-time faculty ratio at Wilberforce University is decent, 24:1. Find out more regarding faculty at this college in the Faculty Info report.

Tuition and Loans

If you anticipate to file your FAFSA application for Federal Student Aid, the college code for Wilberforce University is 003141. Please verify this code before using it with your FAFSA application.

Federal Student Aid is an office of the US Department of Education, which provides grants and loans to eligible students and families. To meet minimum eligibility requirements you will need to have a valid Social Security number and high school diploma or GED certificate.

It is very easy to receive a loan at Wilberforce University, as 82% of the school's students receive loans, while the average loan amount is about $7,200.

Average tuition charges are close to the nationwide median - about $10,500 annually. The additional fees at Wilberforce University (not included in tuition costs) are approximately $1,100; which makes it a total of $11,600 a year.

Admissions Information

The college will consider accepting your dual credits, credits for life experience (learned through independent study, noncredit adult courses, work experience, portfolio demonstration, previous licensure or certification, or completion of other learning opportunities), and advanced placement credits (college-level courses taught in high school) at entry.

As reported in recent government data, 2,717 applications were submitted and 1,367 were accepted (50%); so it is relatively easy to be accepted at this school.

The undergraduate application fee at Wilberforce University is $25.00. The application fee cannot be applied toward tuition fees. In addition, this application fee is non-refundable if the student is not accepted to this postsecondary institution.

The graduate application fee is $25.00.

If you wish to receive more detailed information about enrolling to Wilberforce University, call the school's general information office at (937) 376-2911 or check Wilberforce University Website.

Opportunities and Services

Wilberforce University provides study abroad programs and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a solid option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Wilberforce University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and to find a full-time job upon graduation.

Wilberforce University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates approximately 1,000 students, which offers a nice on-campus housing option. The room price is relatively low, nearly $2,800 a year.

Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Wilberforce University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Crime and Safety

Based on the college crime information, Wilberforce University appears to be a relatively unsafe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime Report for this college.

Learn about other colleges around Wilberforce. Other cities to get an education from around Wilberforce University are Xenia, Cedarville, Yellow Springs, Kettering, and Centerville.

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Wilberforce University Location and Maps

Post Address: Wilberforce University, 1055 N Bickett Rd, Wilberforce, Ohio 45384-1001, USA
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