Waynesburg, PA · Wilkes-Barre, PA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Waynesburg University | Wilkes University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 91.7% | 91.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $29,460 | $42,286 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $29,460 | $42,286 |
| Average Net Price | $9,942 | $15,686 |
| Graduation Rate | 61.0% | 60.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Waynesburg University accepts 91.7% of applicants; Wilkes University accepts 91.5%. Waynesburg University's tuition is $29,460. Wilkes University's is $42,286. Waynesburg University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 61% at Waynesburg University, 60% at Wilkes University.
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
Wilkes University. It accepts 91.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Waynesburg University has lower published tuition: $29,460 versus $42,286. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Waynesburg University is at 61%; 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.