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About Wilberforce University

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Wilberforce University is a private liberal arts college in Wilberforce, OH, known for its hbcu, small class sizes, and private liberal arts. With an acceptance rate of 45%, Wilberforce University is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 363 students each year. Wilberforce University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 840–940, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Wilberforce University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,380 per year; the sticker price of $23,450 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Wilberforce University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

45%
Overall Accept Rate
890
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 840 – 940 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Wilberforce University

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Essay Strategy
Wilberforce is the oldest private HBCU in the United States, so your essays should speak directly to why that history and mission matter to you personally. Admissions readers want to see that you understand what Wilberforce stands for, not just that you want a degree.
Application Strategy
Wilberforce runs one of the oldest cooperative education programs in the country, requiring students to alternate between coursework and paid work experiences. Mention specific career fields or industries where you want co-op placements to show admissions you have thought seriously about how their program fits your goals.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Wilberforce University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$23k/yr$5.6k
30k-48k~$23k/yr$5.3k
48k-75k~$23k/yr$5.2k
75k-110k~$23k/yr$5.2k
110k+~$23k/yr$5.2k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

16%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$35k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
430
Undergrad Enrollment
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