Wilmington College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Wilmington, Ohio with 1,006 undergraduates. It admits 92% of applicants, costs an average of $28,567 a year after grants and graduates 48% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Wilmington College acceptance rate and admissions
Wilmington College admitted 92% 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 450 to 610, math 400 to 610). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Wilmington College 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 Wilmington 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.
Wilmington College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $33,104 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,142 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $50,444 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $28,567 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $28,567 a year after grants and scholarships, $21,877 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 Wilmington College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Wilmington College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $54,378 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,188 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 46% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Wilmington College majors and what graduates earn
Wilmington College awarded bachelor's degrees in 23 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($64,377).
All 23 majors at Wilmington College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 11 | $50,513 | $64,377 | n/a |
| Business administration | 52 | $50,003 | $62,449 | $19,500 |
| Agribusiness | 52 | $44,184 | $52,319 | $19,413 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 43 | $35,807 | $49,559 | $21,000 |
| Education | 28 | $38,904 | $43,077 | $24,375 |
| Psychology | 11 | $34,698 | $42,018 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 12 | $41,473 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Radio, TV and digital media | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social work | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 4 | n/a | n/a | $23,500 |
| History | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Human resources | 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 Wilmington College
3 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 3 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,006 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 53% women, 47% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Wilmington College?
Wilmington College admitted 92% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Wilmington College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $33,104. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $28,567 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Wilmington College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 450 to 610 in reading and writing and 400 to 610 in math, and 16 to 23 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Wilmington College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Wilmington College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Wilmington College?
48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Wilmington College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $54,378 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.