Baldwin Wallace University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Berea, Ohio with 2,842 undergraduates. It admits 76% of applicants, costs an average of $27,222 a year after grants and graduates 69% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Baldwin Wallace University acceptance rate and admissions
Baldwin Wallace University admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 550 to 650, math 510 to 640). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Baldwin Wallace University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Baldwin Wallace University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Baldwin Wallace University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $41,386 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,394 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $57,526 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $27,222 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $27,222 a year after grants and scholarships, $30,304 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Baldwin Wallace University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Baldwin Wallace University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 69% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $59,100 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $26,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 44% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Baldwin Wallace University majors and what graduates earn
Baldwin Wallace University awarded bachelor's degrees in 61 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($86,955).
All 61 majors at Baldwin Wallace University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Baldwin Wallace University
13 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 13 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 33 | $105,290 | $111,982 |
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 29 | $59,383 | $59,519 |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 26 | $51,607 | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 22 | $103,437 | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 21 | $89,009 | $41,000 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 15 | $54,782 | n/a |
| Public health | Master's | 15 | $62,600 | $41,000 |
| Marketing | Master's | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 12 | $68,719 | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 6 | $54,295 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 5 | $52,469 | n/a |
| Human resources | Master's | 4 | $70,721 | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,842 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 54% women, 46% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Baldwin Wallace University?
Baldwin Wallace University admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Baldwin Wallace University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $41,386. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $27,222 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Baldwin Wallace University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 550 to 650 in reading and writing and 510 to 640 in math, and 22 to 29 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Baldwin Wallace University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Baldwin Wallace University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Baldwin Wallace University?
69% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Baldwin Wallace University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $59,100 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.