At a glance
Average net price
$33,817
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
Not available
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
9,136
In-state tuition
$12,762
Out-of-state tuition
$12,762
Cost of attendance
$35,358
Median earnings (10y)
$42,810
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 12.5%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
9 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (44%), health (36%), business (14%).
- STEM1%
- Health36%
- Business14%
- Humanities & arts1%
- Social sciences44%
- Trades & services4%
- Health professions36.5%~3,332 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education17.8%~1,623 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,618 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business13.5%~1,236 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology8.9%~812 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~352 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science0.9%~85 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication0.7%~67 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 8,331 | $93,694 | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 1,970 | $45,721 | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 1,721 | $50,519 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 1,496 | $42,159 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 1,221 | $76,141 | $32,800 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 793 | $56,371 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Doctoral | 595 | $76,573 | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 528 | $41,112 | — |
| Education, General. | Doctoral | 525 | $71,994 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 424 | $41,796 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Doctoral | 418 | $114,492 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 385 | $41,031 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 351 | $47,287 | $48,541 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 336 | $39,489 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 303 | — | $47,261 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 300 | $60,210 | — |
| Human Services, General. | Master's | 298 | $41,218 | — |
| Public Health. | Doctoral | 289 | $75,638 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Doctoral | 287 | $57,876 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 274 | — | $52,808 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 273 | $34,217 | $52,781 |
| Public Administration. | Doctoral | 266 | $77,767 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Graduate certificate | 260 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Master's | 237 | $47,603 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Graduate certificate | 231 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Doctoral | 211 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | 201 | $47,250 | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 184 | $50,053 | — |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 160 | $36,465 | $50,495 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Master's | 143 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 134 | $45,507 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 116 | $52,093 | $51,904 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 109 | $64,766 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 107 | $45,848 | — |
| Human Services, General. | Doctoral | 102 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 85 | $58,091 | — |
| Social Work. | Doctoral | 79 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Graduate certificate | 75 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 74 | $46,339 | $48,133 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Doctoral | 74 | — | — |
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 Walden University
Walden University is a large institution located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 9,136 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Education, Public administration.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Walden University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $33,817 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $12,762 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $35,358 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
Federal 6-year graduation rate data is not currently reported for this school. 12.5% 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 $42,810 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Walden University confers degrees and certificates across 9 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Education, Public administration. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (44% of credentials), health (36% of credentials), business (14% 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
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Minneapolis, Minnesota (city), Walden University draws students from across Minnesota 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 Walden University
Q.How much does Walden University cost?
The average net price at Walden University is $33,817 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $35,358.
Q.How much do Walden University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Walden University graduate earns $42,810 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Walden University?
Published tuition is $12,762 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Walden University located?
Walden University is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota (ZIP 55401).
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 Walden University at their official website.