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About Winthrop University

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Winthrop University is a public university in Rock Hill, SC, known for its public masters university, arts and education focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 70%, WU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 709 students each year. WU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 980–1195, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. WU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $13,153 per year; the sticker price of $44,836 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Winthrop University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

70%
Overall Accept Rate
1088
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 980 – 1195 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Winthrop University

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Demonstrated Interest
Winthrop is a smaller regional university in Rock Hill where showing up matters. Schedule a campus visit or attend one of their open house events, and make sure to sign in so your visit is on record.
Test Score Strategy
Since Winthrop is test optional and your score falls below their 75th percentile, consider leaving scores off your application so the rest of your profile, grades, activities, and essays, can speak for you without a weaker number pulling focus.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Winthrop 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$12.6k
30k-48k~$45k/yr$13.0k
48k-75k~$45k/yr$14.0k
75k-110k~$45k/yr$18.5k
110k+~$45k/yr$21.4k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

61%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$39k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3,812
Undergrad Enrollment
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