C
Average
Score: 47/100

Wilson College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Chambersburg, Pennsylvania 17201
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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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 52%
Outcomes
B
69/100
Affordability
F
18/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
F
26/100

Quick Stats

1,694
Total Enrollment
52%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
90%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Wilson College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $257,177
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,183/mo — vs ~$611/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 17237 (4.8% cap, Mont Alto)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $25,950 $25,950
Room $5,500
Board $6,662
Total Cost (On-Campus) $41,967 $41,967

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
35%
Receive Pell Grants
94%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Special Education and Teaching, General 36 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 33 grads/yr Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant 31 grads/yr Educational/Instructional Technology 31 grads/yr Education, General 29 grads/yr Learning Sciences 9 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 8 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 7 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 7 grads/yr Visual and Performing Arts, General 6 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 5 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 5 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 5 grads/yr Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 5 grads/yr Animal Sciences, Other 4 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 4 grads/yr Research and Experimental Psychology, Other 4 grads/yr Nursing Education 4 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 4 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Wilson College's top programs commonly pursue.

Special education teachers, secondary school
$70k/yr 164,200 jobs
Special education teachers, all other
$67k/yr 41,000 jobs
Special education teachers, middle school
$65k/yr 94,800 jobs
Special education teachers, preschool
$62k/yr 29,300 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Veterinary technologists and technicians
$46k/yr 134,200 jobs

Student Demographics

1,694
Total Students
76%
Women
55%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Hispanic 5%
Black 6%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 33%
Hybrid (Some Online) 15%
Fully Online 52%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 55%
25-64 (Adult) 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Wilson College?
Wilson College has an acceptance rate of 90%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Wilson College?
Tuition at Wilson College is $25,950 for in-state students and $25,950 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Wilson College?
The graduation rate at Wilson College is 52%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Wilson College a good school?
Wilson College has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): 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 Wilson College?
Wilson College has a total enrollment of 1,694 students.

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