Johnson & Wales University-Online
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here; freshman retention is below 65%. a private nonprofit school with 2,202 students.
About This School
Johnson & Wales University-Online is a private nonprofit institution located in Providence, Rhode Island with approximately 2,202 undergraduate students enrolled. Johnson & Wales University-Online has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 91%. The average net price after financial aid is $20,252 per year. The graduation rate is 0%, and the typical graduate earns $42,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
Students who are highly self-directed, already working in their field, and need a flexible online credential to advance — not break in — might find this a reasonable fit, but the numbers here demand serious scrutiny before you commit. The 0% graduation rate and 52% freshman retention rate are the biggest red flags I'd put in front of any family: the vast majority of students who start here don't finish, which is a pattern that should make you ask hard questions about academic support, program structure, and whether online learning is the right format for your student right now. Median earnings of $42,200 a decade after enrollment aren't bad, but they're not exceptional either, and with $26,000 in median debt at graduation, you're looking at a tight return on investment — especially if your student ends up in that majority who leave without a degree. The $20,252 average net price is relatively modest for a private nonprofit, and for the right student, that affordability paired with flexibility has real appeal. My honest recommendation: before applying, have your student map out a concrete completion plan, research the specific online program they're interested in, and seriously consider whether a community college transfer pathway or a better-resourced online program might offer stronger support for the same money.
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Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 9% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,202 undergraduates).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Johnson & Wales University-Online?
Johnson & Wales University-Online has an acceptance rate of 91%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Is Johnson & Wales University-Online hard to get into?
Not especially. Johnson & Wales University-Online has an acceptance rate of 91%, so admissions are relatively accessible for applicants who meet the requirements.
How much does Johnson & Wales University-Online cost?
The average net price at Johnson & Wales University-Online is about $20,252 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Johnson & Wales University-Online?
Johnson & Wales University-Online has a graduation rate of 0%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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