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About Baldwin Wallace University

private masters universitysmall class sizesarts and business focustest optional admissionsohio liberal arts

Baldwin Wallace University is a private university in Berea, OH, known for its private masters university, small class sizes, and arts and business focus. With an acceptance rate of 77%, BW is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 643 students each year. BW is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1050–1235, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. BW offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $25,780 per year; the sticker price of $55,690 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Baldwin Wallace University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

77%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1143
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1050 – 1235 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Baldwin Wallace University

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Application Strategy
Baldwin Wallace offers distinctive programs like its integrated business and liberal arts curriculum and its music theater track, so if you are applying to one of these, name the specific program and explain why BW's approach fits your goals better than a larger state school would.
Essay Strategy
Baldwin Wallace has a well-regarded music conservatory and strong performing arts programs, so if any of those areas connect to your interests, mention that specific draw in your essays or additional information section to show you have done your homework on what BW offers.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Baldwin Wallace University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$56k/yr$21.3k
30k-48k~$56k/yr$20.4k
48k-75k~$56k/yr$23.0k
75k-110k~$56k/yr$27.6k
110k+~$56k/yr$31.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

69%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$45k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,788
Undergrad Enrollment
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