Edgewood University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Madison, Wisconsin with 1,107 undergraduates. It admits 76% of applicants, costs an average of $28,487 a year after grants and graduates 61% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Edgewood University acceptance rate and admissions
Edgewood University admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Edgewood 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 Edgewood 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.
Edgewood University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $37,120 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,710 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $52,534 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $28,487 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $28,487 a year after grants and scholarships, $24,047 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 Edgewood University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Edgewood University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 61% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $64,869 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 37% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Edgewood University majors and what graduates earn
Edgewood University awarded bachelor's degrees in 36 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business administration ($96,101).
All 36 majors at Edgewood 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 Edgewood University
14 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 14 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Master's | 58 | $107,455 | $42,052 |
| Education | Master's | 39 | $57,003 | $38,731 |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 29 | $57,276 | $41,000 |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 19 | $121,865 | n/a |
| Human development and family studies | Master's | 15 | n/a | n/a |
| Human resources | Master's | 13 | $70,212 | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Business | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Sustainability Studies | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Thanatology | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 1 | $79,029 | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,107 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 65% women, 35% men
- 15 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Edgewood University?
Edgewood University admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Edgewood University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $37,120. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $28,487 a year in 2024-25.
Is Edgewood University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Edgewood University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Edgewood University?
61% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Edgewood University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $64,869 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.