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Wilson College

Chambersburg, PA·Private nonprofit·745 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 745 students.

90%
Accept
745
Students
$21,241
Net Price
52%
Grad Rate
$34,000
Earnings
10 yr
$19,500
Debt

About This School

Wilson College is a private nonprofit institution located in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania with approximately 745 undergraduate students enrolled. Wilson College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 90%. The average net price after financial aid is $21,241 per year. The graduation rate is 52%, and the typical graduate earns $34,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

Wilson College may refer to:Wilson College (Pennsylvania), Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, United States Warren Wilson College, Asheville, North Carolina, United States Lindsey Wilson College, Columbia, Kentucky, United States Wilson College, the original name of First College at Princeton University, Princeton, New Jersey, United States Wilson College, Mumbai, India Wilson College, California, precursor to the University of Southern California, in Wilmington, Los Angeles

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 52% graduation rate means roughly half of students who start don't finish, and median earnings of $34,000 a decade out raise real questions about long-term return on investment. On the positive side, the average net price of $21,241 and relatively modest debt at graduation ($19,500) keep financial risk lower than at many comparable schools. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small, intimate campus and have a clear plan for staying enrolled — but it's fair to ask hard questions about why so many students leave before finishing.

Founded
1869
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Health Professions29%
Business & Marketing12%
Education5%
Biological Sciences5%
Social Sciences3%
Visual & Performing Arts3%
Psychology2%
Communications2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Patsy Mink

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1020
Reading 75th %ile570
Math 75th %ile540

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$27,000
Out-of-State Tuition
$27,000
Avg Net Price
$21,241
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants27%
Median debt at graduation$19,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
52%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
77%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$29,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,000
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.7x

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

White78%
Black8%
Hispanic/Latino9%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (745 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Wilson College

1015 Philadelphia Ave

Chambersburg, PA 17201-1285

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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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