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Wofford College

Spartanburg, SC·Private nonprofit·1,873 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $59,800 within 10 years; strong 81% graduation rate.

59%
Accept
1,873
Students
$28,984
Net Price
81%
Grad Rate
$59,800
Earnings
10 yr
$20,500
Debt

About This School

Wofford College is a private nonprofit institution located in Spartanburg, South Carolina with approximately 1,873 undergraduate students enrolled. Wofford College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 59%. The average net price after financial aid is $28,984 per year. The graduation rate is 81%, and the typical graduate earns $59,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

Wofford College is a private liberal arts college in Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States. Founded in 1854, it is one of the few four-year institutions in the southeastern United States founded before the American Civil War that still operates on its original campus. The 175-acre (71 ha) campus is a national arboretum.

This is a strong option for students who want a tight-knit liberal arts experience — a 90% freshman retention rate and 81% graduation rate suggest most students who enroll actually finish, which matters more than it sounds. At $28,984/year net price with median debt of just $20,500 at graduation, the financial picture is reasonably manageable, especially given median earnings of $59,800 a decade out. The small campus in Spartanburg won't suit everyone, and career outcomes are solid but not exceptional, so students with specific professional ambitions should look closely at internship and alumni network resources before committing.

Founded
1854
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing24%
Biological Sciences22%
Social Sciences13%
Psychology11%
English4%
Visual & Performing Arts3%
Mathematics2%
Physical Sciences2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Chris RobinsonNorm NixonOlin D. JohnstonEllison D. Smith

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1297
Reading 75th %ile680
Math 75th %ile670

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite30

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$54,100
Out-of-State Tuition
$54,100
Avg Net Price
$28,984
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants15%
Median debt at graduation$20,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
81%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
90%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$59,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$20,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$20,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$43,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$59,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.9x

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

White80%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino5%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,873 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Wofford College

429 N Church St

Spartanburg, SC 29303-3663

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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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