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About Cedarville University

faith-based missionbaptist affiliatednursing and health focussmall christian universitymidwest private college

Cedarville University is a private university in Cedarville, OH, known for its faith-based mission, baptist affiliated, and nursing and health focus. With an acceptance rate of 65%, Cedarville University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,139 students each year. Cedarville University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1140–1340, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Cedarville University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $21,955 per year; the sticker price of $45,384 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Cedarville University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

65%
Overall Accept Rate
1240
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1140 – 1340 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Cedarville University

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Essay Strategy
Cedarville takes its Christian mission seriously, so use your essays to show how your faith genuinely shapes your academic goals and daily life. Avoid surface-level statements about being a Christian and instead share a specific moment or practice that illustrates how your beliefs guide your decisions.
Demonstrated Interest
Cedarville tracks demonstrated interest, so schedule a campus visit or attend one of their Preview Days, which are specifically designed for prospective students and give you direct access to faculty and current students. Following up with your admissions counselor after the visit is a straightforward way to stay on their radar.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Cedarville University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$45k/yr$19.0k
30k-48k~$45k/yr$17.8k
48k-75k~$45k/yr$19.7k
75k-110k~$45k/yr$23.4k
110k+~$45k/yr$28.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

74%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$48k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3,994
Undergrad Enrollment
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