Washington & Jefferson College

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Suburb: Large
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	1,399
Student to faculty ratio	9 to 1
Acceptance rate	84%
Students retention rate	78%
On-time graduation rate	76%

Located in Washington, Pennsylvania, W&J College is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 84% indicates that W&J College is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Washington & Jefferson College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 9-to-1, W&J College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

W&J College boasts an impressive student retention rate of 78% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 75% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

83.7%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$50,192

Cost of attendance at Washington & Jefferson College in 2022 for students from Pennsylvania.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Pennsylvania's average	$13,083
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$50,192

Cost of attendance at Washington & Jefferson College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Pennsylvania's average	$21,410
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Washington & Jefferson College received on average $37,783 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$37,783

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	104	31%	$4,855	$504,939
Other Federal Grant	104	31%	$7,286	$757,791
State Grant/Scholarships	98	29%	$3,857	$377,991
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	338	100%	$34,423	$11,634,962
Total Grant & Scholarships	338	100%	$37,783	$12,770,744

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Washington & Jefferson College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Washington & Jefferson College students is 76.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 77.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 75.2%.

76.1%

asian 75.0% 6 students
African American 59.3% 16 students
white 80.9% 233 students
unknown 76.9% 10 students
hispanic 80.0% 12 students
International Students 40.0% 6 students
Mixed Race 64.7% 11 students

Sport Conferences

Football Presidents' Athletic Conference
Baseball Presidents' Athletic Conference
Basketball Presidents' Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country Presidents' Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Washington & Jefferson College provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Washington & Jefferson College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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