Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, North Carolina · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$17,674
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
55.4%
Admission rate
77%
Undergrad size
1,856
In-state tuition
$34,760
Out-of-state tuition
$34,760
Cost of attendance
$47,091
Median earnings (10y)
$48,039
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,113
- ACT midpoint
- 21
- Retention
- 55.3%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (26%), health (21%), business (20%).
- STEM12%
- Health21%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts13%
- Social sciences26%
- Trades & services9%
- Health professions20.7%~385 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business19.6%~364 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology13.9%~258 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education9.8%~182 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~156 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~110 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~76 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication3.4%~63 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~51 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science2.5%~47 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~42 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences1.8%~34 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English0.9%~17 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.7%~13 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.2%~4 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 225 | $59,451 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 210 | $49,446 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 170 | $60,377 | $24,922 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Graduate certificate | 133 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 92 | $36,537 | $27,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Doctoral | 83 | $93,103 | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 82 | $28,865 | $29,166 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 74 | $73,422 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 71 | $35,826 | $27,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 69 | $97,737 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 68 | $33,111 | $25,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 53 | $22,845 | $22,466 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Doctoral | 48 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 47 | $86,811 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 43 | $29,954 | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 42 | $38,814 | $27,000 |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor's | 41 | — | $21,500 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Doctoral | 37 | $62,530 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 35 | $60,717 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 34 | $27,205 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 32 | — | $20,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 31 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 30 | $45,936 | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 27 | $39,768 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 26 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 25 | $21,270 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Master's | 24 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 24 | $20,427 | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Master's | 22 | — | — |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design. | Master's | 19 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 19 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 18 | $36,154 | $24,312 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 11 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Gardner-Webb University
Gardner-Webb University is a mid-sized institution located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,856 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Gardner-Webb University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,674 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $34,760 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $47,091 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 55.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 55.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $48,039 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Gardner-Webb University confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (26% of credentials), health (21% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Gardner-Webb University accepts 77% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,113. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.
Location & campus
Set in Boiling Springs, North Carolina (rural), Gardner-Webb University draws students from across North Carolina and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Gardner-Webb University
Q.How much does Gardner-Webb University cost?
The average net price at Gardner-Webb University is $17,674 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $47,091.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Gardner-Webb University?
Gardner-Webb University has a 6-year graduation rate of 55.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Gardner-Webb University?
Gardner-Webb University admits 77% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Gardner-Webb University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Gardner-Webb University graduate earns $48,039 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Gardner-Webb University?
Published tuition is $34,760 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Gardner-Webb University located?
Gardner-Webb University is located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina (ZIP 28017).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Gardner-Webb University at their official website.