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Reinhardt University

Waleska, GA·Private nonprofit·1,012 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. a private nonprofit school with 1,012 students.

55%
Accept
1,012
Students
$27,769
Net Price
36%
Grad Rate
$40,500
Earnings
10 yr
$13,156
Debt

About This School

Reinhardt University is a private nonprofit institution located in Waleska, Georgia with approximately 1,012 undergraduate students enrolled. Reinhardt University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 55%. The average net price after financial aid is $27,769 per year. The graduation rate is 36%, and the typical graduate earns $40,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Reinhardt University is a private university with its main campus in Waleska, Georgia, and its Cauble School of Nursing and Health Sciences in Jasper. Over 50 graduate and undergraduate programs are offered on campus and online. Reinhardt is affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The 620-acre campus includes hiking trails, disc golf, professional concerts at the Falany Performing Arts Center, athletic teams, and the Funk Heritage Center and Bennett History Museum.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 36% graduation rate and 57% freshman retention rate suggest many students don't finish, which is a serious concern worth asking the school about directly. On the plus side, median debt at graduation is a relatively low $13,156, and the beautiful 620-acre Waleska campus with performing arts, athletics, and a nursing program in Jasper offers a genuinely distinctive small-college experience. Worth considering if you're drawn to a tight-knit, faith-affiliated environment and have a clear plan to stay on track — but look hard at why so many students leave before finishing.

Founded
1883
Setting
Fringe rural

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing23%
Health Professions17%
Education10%
Biological Sciences5%
Psychology5%
Visual & Performing Arts5%
Communications4%
Social Sciences3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$28,420
Out-of-State Tuition
$28,420
Avg Net Price
$27,769
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants39%
Median debt at graduation$13,156

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
36%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
57%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$13,156
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$13,156
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$33,500
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.1x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White57%
Black21%
Hispanic/Latino9%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,012 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Reinhardt University

7300 Reinhardt Circle

Waleska, GA 30183-2981

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Sources & Methodology

Data

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.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • 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.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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