William Penn University — acceptance rate 57%, tuition $28,750William 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.
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.
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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