The College of Wooster
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. generous financial aid cuts net price well below sticker.
About This School
The College of Wooster is a private nonprofit institution located in Wooster, Ohio with approximately 1,730 undergraduate students enrolled. The College of Wooster has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 60%. The average net price after financial aid is $23,458 per year. The graduation rate is 74%, and the typical graduate earns $53,000 within 10 years of enrollment.
The College of Wooster is a private liberal arts college in Wooster, Ohio, United States. Founded in 1866 by the Presbyterian Church as the University of Wooster, it has been officially non-sectarian since 1969. From its creation, the college has been a co-educational institution. It enrolls about 1,900 students and is a member of the Five Colleges of Ohio, Great Lakes Colleges Association, and Association of Presbyterian Colleges and Universities.
This small Ohio liberal arts college stands out for its required Independent Study program, where every senior completes a mentored research project — a genuine differentiator for students who want hands-on scholarly experience. The financial picture is reasonable, with average net costs around $25,800/year and a median debt of just $21,115 at graduation, though the $53,000 median earnings at 10 years is modest and worth weighing if you're pursuing a high-cost field. The 74% graduation rate is slightly below the benchmark for selective liberal arts colleges, so ask admissions honestly about support structures for students who struggle academically.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 13% 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.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,730 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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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.
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