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Warner University

Lake Wales, FL·Private nonprofit·753 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. graduation rate is below 40%; fewer than half of freshmen return for sophomore year. 53% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

48%
Accept
753
Students
$21,007
Net Price
35%
Grad Rate
$42,500
Earnings
10 yr
$13,000
Debt

About This School

Warner University is a private nonprofit institution located in Lake Wales, Florida with approximately 753 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 48% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $21,007 per year. The graduation rate is 35%, and the typical graduate earns $42,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Warner University is a private Christian university in Lake Wales, Florida, United States. It is affiliated with the Church of God.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 35% graduation rate and 45% freshman retention rate suggest that most students who start here don't finish, which is a serious red flag worth discussing before committing. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively low $13,000, and the small, faith-centered environment in Lake Wales may genuinely suit students looking for a tight-knit Christian community. Worth considering only if Warner's Church of God affiliation and campus culture feel like a strong personal fit, and if you have a clear plan to stay enrolled and finish.

Founded
1968
Setting
Fringe rural

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing22%
Education18%
Biological Sciences4%
Communications3%
Psychology2%
English1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite937
Reading 75th %ile550
Math 75th %ile520

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite19

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$28,160
Out-of-State Tuition
$28,160
Avg Net Price
$21,007
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants53%
Median debt at graduation$13,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
35%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
45%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$13,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$13,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$35,500
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.3x

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

White41%
Black27%
Hispanic/Latino22%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (753 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Warner University

13895 Hwy 27

Lake Wales, FL 33859-8797

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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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