C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Wilberforce University

4-Year Private Non-Profit HBCU
📍 Wilberforce, Ohio 45384
🌐 www.wilberforce.edu/
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
C+
56/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
A
88/100
Prestige
F
26/100

Quick Stats

617
Total Enrollment
16%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
53%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Wilberforce University Town Property Report

  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 45324 (5.7% cap, Fairborn)

Get the free 1-page report: rent-vs-dorm math, the 3 best nearby ZIPs by yield, and the “kiddie condo” strategy parents use.

✓ Sent — check your inbox

Free — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $13,222 $13,222
Room $4,400
Board $3,300
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,676 $25,676

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
79%
Receive Pell Grants
53%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

617
Total Students
51%
Women
87%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 1%
Black 80%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 93%
Hybrid (Some Online) 4%
Fully Online 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 87%
25-64 (Adult) 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Wilberforce University?
Wilberforce University has an acceptance rate of 53%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Wilberforce University?
Tuition at Wilberforce University is $13,222 for in-state students and $13,222 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Wilberforce University?
The graduation rate at Wilberforce University is 16%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Wilberforce University a good school?
Wilberforce University has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Wilberforce University?
Wilberforce University has a total enrollment of 617 students. Most students (87%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Deciding between a dorm and buying near campus? Run the numbers for Wilberforce University — four years of dorm costs vs. owning, including what you’d recover at resale. Buy vs Dorm calculator →

🎓 Similar Colleges to Wilberforce University

Compare with other 4-Year private non-profit institutions of similar size.

C+
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
Columbus, OH · 712 students
C
Marietta College
Marietta, OH · 1,171 students
C+
Kettering College
Kettering, OH · 812 students
C
The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Cincinnati, OH · 765 students
C
Art Academy of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH · 259 students
C
Ohio Christian University
Circleville, OH · 1,483 students

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