Overview
Affiliated with the Presbyterian church, Westminster College is 4-year liberal arts college located in western Pennsylvania. Westminster is home to 41 bachelor’s degree-granting programs as well as 10 pre-professional fields of study. In addition to classroom space, the Westminster campus is home to the Outdoor Laboratory for Biological and Environmental Sciences—a 100-acre space featuring a field station, nature center, and conservation areas. For sports fans, Westminster fields 20 men’s and women’s athletic teams known as the Titans.
Acceptance Rate:
75%
Average Net Price:
$21,101
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.7
Average ACT Composite
22
Average SAT Composite
1097
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $39,470 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $39,470 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $12,380 |
| Books and Supplies | $1000 |
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
96%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
28%
Average Aid Per Year
$30,252
28%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,679
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$25,769
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
30%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$4002
49%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,679
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$27,223,134
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$5,282,610
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
76%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,603
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$20,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$248
Students receiving federal loans
75%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,577
Average Other Loans Per Year
$14,971
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Presbyterian Church (USA)
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
2225
Students Applied
22%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
11
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
No
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 1 | |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 15 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | September 4 |
Admitted Student Stats
Average ACT Composite: 22
Average SAT Composite: 1097
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.7
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
1,211
Total Number of Undergrads
1,161
0
100
60%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
71%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
48
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
33
Countries Represented
1
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
26%
Student Organizations
57
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
75%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
83%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Titans
School Colors
blue and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Presidents' Athletic Conference
Intramural Sports
13
Sports Club
8
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$47,200
Top 5 Employers
Deliotte and Touche LLP
NVR/Ryan Homes
Montgomery County Public Schools
Seneca Valley School District
Sharon Regional Health System
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$20,000
Loan Default Rate
3%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$248
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingAt Westminster College, there is a 12:1 student/faculty ratio. This provides students with the opportunity to have one on one time with the professors. The professors are always in their offices waiting to give academic advice, proofread a paper, or to simply talk. In fact, most of my professors requested a one on one meeting just to get to know the students better. While some colleges have student professors, Westminster’s professors are all highly acclaimed in their field, and they are extremely knowledgeable and capable of teaching students what they know. There are also free tutors on campus who are willing to proofread papers, help you understand a concept, or answer your questions. Knowing professors and peers are there to help makes it easy to succeed even in tough courses. This is probably why 98% of Westminster Graduates have a job or are enrolled in Grad School within a year of graduating.
Rebecca from New Castle, PA
As a liberal arts school, Westminster College exemplifies everything one would expect from such. The College gives students a well rounded learning experience. It includes required Intellectual Perspectives courses. Regardless of major, all students must take IP courses covering Scientific Discovery, Social Thought and Tradition, Foriegn Language, Visual and Performing Art, History and Culture, Quantitative Reasoning, and Religious Perspectives.
Morgan from New Concord, OH
Westminster College is a great place that takes pride in its sense of community. Professors know your name and are willing to help. It is a great school that feels like home.
Jennifer from PA
Every class gives me a great experience. The professors care greatly about their student and go out of their way to make sure you know and understand the material.
Debra from Pittsburgh, PA
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