Warren Wilson College Description:
Admissions Data (2008):
- Percent of Applicants Admitted: 77%
- Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
- SAT Critical Reading: 540 / 660
- SAT Math: 500 / 610
- SAT Writing: 520 / 630
- ACT Composite: - / -
- ACT English: - / -
- ACT Math: - / -
Enrollment (2007):
- Total Enrollment: 946 (873 undergraduates)
- Gender Breakdown: 39% Male / 61% Female
- 99% Full-time
Costs (2008 - 09):
- Tuition and Fees: $22,666
- Books: $900
- Room and Board: $7,116
- Other Expenses: $3,018
- Total Cost: $33,700
Warren Wilson College Financial Aid (2006 - 07):
- Percentage of Students Receiving Aid: 85%
- Percentage of Students Receiving Types of Aid
- Federal Grants: 19%
- State / Local Grants: 24%
- Institutional Grants: 66%
- Loans: 48%
- Average Amount of Aid
- Federal Grants: $2,923
- State / Local Grants: $2,829
- Institutional Grants: $7,821
- Loans: $3,043
Most Popular Majors:
Graduation, Retention and Transfer Rates:
- First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 73%
- 4-Year Graduation Rate: 32%
- 6-Year Graduation Rate: 45%
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Warren Wilson College Mission Statement:
"Warren Wilson College is an independent, accredited, four-year liberal arts college, which awards the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in a variety of disciplines and the Master of Fine Arts degree in creative writing.
The College was founded by Presbyterians in 1894 and maintains a covenant relationship with the Presbyterian Church (USA). The roots of this historic relationship continue to nurture the College's commitment to community, social responsibility, the value of work, and openness in the pursuit of truth. The College provides a strong sense of purpose, place, and participation, and supports diversity, community, and personal development. We welcome those from all religious faiths and secular perspectives who share similar commitments.
The Mission of Warren Wilson College is to provide an education combining liberal arts study, work, and service with a strong commitment to environmental responsibility and experiential opportunities for international and cross-cultural understanding in a setting that promotes wisdom, spiritual growth, and contribution to the common good."
