Moon Township, PA · Wilkes-Barre, PA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Robert Morris University | Wilkes University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 90.6% | 91.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $34,940 | $42,286 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $34,940 | $42,286 |
| Average Net Price | $13,781 | $15,686 |
| Graduation Rate | 66.0% | 60.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Robert Morris University accepts 90.6% of applicants; Wilkes University accepts 91.5%. Robert Morris University's tuition is $34,940. Wilkes University's is $42,286. Robert Morris University is cheaper. Robert Morris University graduates 66% of students in 6 years. Wilkes University graduates 60%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Robert Morris University. It accepts 90.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Robert Morris University has lower published tuition: $34,940 versus $42,286. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Robert Morris University: 66% of students finish in 6 years. Wilkes University is at 60%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.