Warren Wilson College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Swannanoa, North Carolina with 707 undergraduates. It admits 71% of applicants, costs an average of $23,319 a year after grants and graduates 40% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Warren Wilson College acceptance rate and admissions
Warren Wilson College admitted 71% 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. The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Warren Wilson College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Feb 15, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Warren Wilson College’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.
Warren Wilson College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $26,540 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,450 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $59,238 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $23,319 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $23,319 a year after grants and scholarships, $35,919 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 Warren Wilson College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Warren Wilson College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 40% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $39,685 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,907 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 63% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Warren Wilson College majors and what graduates earn
Warren Wilson College awarded bachelor's degrees in 23 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from environmental science ($43,793).
All 23 majors at Warren Wilson College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental science | 26 | $26,655 | $43,793 | $21,103 |
| Outdoor Education | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 11 | $32,689 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Art and design, general | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International/Globalization Studies | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social work | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Agricultural Production Operations | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Human services | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
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 Warren Wilson College
2 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 2 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | 23 | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 707 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 67% women, 33% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, near a city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Warren Wilson College?
Warren Wilson College admitted 71% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Warren Wilson College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $26,540. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $23,319 a year in 2024-25.
Is Warren Wilson College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Warren Wilson College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Warren Wilson College?
40% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Warren Wilson College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $39,685 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.