At a glance
Average net price
$23,458
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
73.9%
Admission rate
60%
Undergrad size
1,730
In-state tuition
$61,640
Out-of-state tuition
$61,640
Cost of attendance
$75,656
Median earnings (10y)
$59,629
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,353
- ACT midpoint
- 29
- Retention
- 82.1%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (39%), social sciences (28%), humanities & arts (26%).
- STEM39%
- Health1%
- Business5%
- Humanities & arts26%
- Social sciences28%
- Biological sciences21.0%~363 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences17.0%~295 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology7.9%~137 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science6.2%~107 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~107 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~103 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business5.4%~94 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- History5.2%~90 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English4.9%~85 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~77 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics3.2%~56 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~47 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication2.7%~47 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education1.0%~17 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · HealthCompare 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
35 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 75 | $26,882 | $27,000 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 67 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 62 | $23,648 | $26,107 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 53 | — | $26,751 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 49 | — | $22,681 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 49 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 45 | — | $27,000 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 44 | $33,753 | $26,720 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 42 | — | $23,250 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | $25,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 32 | $25,265 | $26,717 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 30 | $24,303 | $27,000 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 26 | $39,469 | — |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | $27,000 |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Data Science. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Environmental Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Archeology. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | — | $28,131 | $26,000 |
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 The College of Wooster
The College of Wooster is a mid-sized institution located in Wooster, Ohio, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,730 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Social sciences, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at The College of Wooster — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $23,458 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $61,640 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $75,656 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 73.9%, a strong completion outcome. 82.1% 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 $59,629 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
The College of Wooster confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Social sciences, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (39% of credentials), social sciences (28% of credentials), humanities & arts (26% 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
The College of Wooster accepts 60% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,353. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 29.
Location & campus
Set in Wooster, Ohio (town), The College of Wooster draws students from across Ohio 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 The College of Wooster
Q.How much does The College of Wooster cost?
The average net price at The College of Wooster is $23,458 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $75,656.
Q.What is the graduation rate at The College of Wooster?
The College of Wooster has a 6-year graduation rate of 73.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into The College of Wooster?
The College of Wooster admits 60% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do The College of Wooster graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median The College of Wooster graduate earns $59,629 per year.
Q.What is tuition at The College of Wooster?
Published tuition is $61,640 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is The College of Wooster located?
The College of Wooster is located in Wooster, Ohio (ZIP 44691).
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 The College of Wooster at their official website.