C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
25/100 · earnings-weighted

Warren Wilson College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
🌐 https://www.warren-wilson.edu/
Warren Wilson College — acceptance rate 78%, tuition $39,300
Warren Wilson College — acceptance rate 78%, tuition $39,300
Warren Wilson College campus, Swannanoa, NC
Warren Wilson College campus, Swannanoa, NC. Photo: Wikimedia Commons contributor, Public domain 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: 43%
Outcomes
C+
63/100
Affordability
F
19/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
A
87/100
Prestige
F
20/100

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

797
Total Enrollment
43%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
78%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$36,260
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$27,723
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
42%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,350
Average SAT
27
Median ACT
39.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 69% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 6th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NC wage index 0.87). 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 Warren Wilson College

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
Natural Resources Conservation and Research—$43,793-20%#256 of 265#231—

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 Warren Wilson College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $367,108
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,947/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 28778 (4.1% cap, Swannanoa)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $39,300 $39,300
Total Cost (On-Campus) $56,980 $56,980

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
32%
Receive Pell Grants
58%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

797
Total Students
67%
Women
91%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 76%
Hispanic 7%
Black 5%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 90%
Hybrid (Some Online) 10%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 91%
25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Warren Wilson College?
Warren Wilson College has an acceptance rate of 78%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Warren Wilson College?
Tuition at Warren Wilson College is $39,300 for in-state students and $39,300 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Warren Wilson College?
The graduation rate at Warren Wilson College is 43%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Warren Wilson College a good school?
Warren Wilson College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (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 (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Warren Wilson College?
Warren Wilson College has a total enrollment of 797 students. Most students (91%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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