C
Average
Score: 47/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
36/100 · earnings-weighted

William Penn University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577
William Penn University campus, Oskaloosa, IA
William Penn University campus, Oskaloosa, IA. Photo: Boscophotos, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 29%
Outcomes
C
51/100
Affordability
F
18/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
A
82/100
Prestige
D
31/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,536
Total Enrollment
29%
Graduation Rate
56%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
57%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at William Penn University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$48,936
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$40,189
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$22,415
Median debt at graduation
32.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
984
Average SAT
19
Median ACT
47.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 46% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 35th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IA wage index 0.90). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at William Penn University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations$62,162$79,791+17%#145 of 1176#94$24,874
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing—$76,625-14%#851 of 966#818—
Biology$36,449$53,683-6%#573 of 841#488$25,770
Psychology$35,122$49,929-2%#519 of 1027#366$21,555
Sociology$34,099$49,077-7%#313 of 462#242$26,625
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$30,314$46,244-15%#513 of 610#482$27,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$40,049$45,099-5%#488 of 680#470$24,412

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The William Penn University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $194,527
  • Avg rent near campus: $891/mo — vs ~$379/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 52534 (4.7% cap, Beacon)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $28,750 $28,750
Room $3,412
Board $4,300
Total Cost (On-Campus) $43,800 $43,800

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
43%
Receive Pell Grants
96%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Elementary Education and Teaching 55 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 49 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 31 grads/yr Psychology, General 26 grads/yr Human Services, General 25 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 21 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 19 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 16 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 13 grads/yr Criminology 12 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 12 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, Other 9 grads/yr Education, General 8 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 8 grads/yr History, General 7 grads/yr Cinematography and Film/Video Production 7 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 6 grads/yr Information Technology 5 grads/yr Computer Software Engineering 5 grads/yr Industrial Technology/Technician 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from William Penn University's top programs commonly pursue.

Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Student Demographics

1,536
Total Students
49%
Women
78%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 57%
Hispanic 10%
Black 16%
Asian 1%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 65%
Hybrid (Some Online) 10%
Fully Online 24%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 78%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at William Penn University?
William Penn University has an acceptance rate of 57%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend William Penn University?
Tuition at William Penn University is $28,750 for in-state students and $28,750 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at William Penn University?
The graduation rate at William Penn University is 29%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is William Penn University a good school?
William Penn University has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend William Penn University?
William Penn University has a total enrollment of 1,536 students. Most students (78%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology