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Warner University

Lake Wales, FL·Private nonprofit·756 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. fewer than half of freshmen return for sophomore year. financial aid brings net price below sticker; 51% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

43%
Accept
756
Students
$19,748
Net Price
42%
Grad Rate
$42,500
Earnings
10 yr
$22,250
Debt

About This School

Warner University is a private nonprofit institution located in Lake Wales, Florida with approximately 756 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 43% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $19,748 per year. The graduation rate is 42%, 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
Religious Affiliation
Christian (no specific denomination)
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,033

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing30%
Education10%
Psychology5%
Communications2%
Biological Sciences2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

Test Policy: Considered but not required

SAT Scores

Average Composite932
Reading 75th %ile540
Math 75th %ile530

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite19

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$29,992
Out-of-State Tuition
$29,992
Avg Net Price
$19,748
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$17,853
$30–48k$18,884
$48–75k$21,526
$75–110k$18,958
$110k+$23,060

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants51%
Median debt at graduation$22,250

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
42%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
44%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$22,250
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$38,400
Female graduates$33,500

Gap: 13% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$22,250
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$35,500
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.9x

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

White40%
Black26%
Hispanic/Latino22%
Asian1%
Two or more races5%
American Indian/Alaska Native1%
International5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (756 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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