Wilkes University
Private nonprofit, 4-year
84 West South Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766
Quick Facts
1,893
Total Enrollment
91%
Acceptance Rate
60%
Graduation Rate
$54,128
Median Earnings (6yr)
$42,286
In-State Tuition
$27,700
Avg Net Price
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1134
Avg SAT Score
About Wilkes University
Institution Details
| Type | Private nonprofit, 4-year |
| Classification | Doctoral/Professional Universities |
| Size | 5,000 - 9,999 |
Location
| Address | 84 West South Street |
| City | Wilkes-Barre, PA |
| ZIP Code | 18766 |
| County | Luzerne County |
President/Chief Administrator: Greg Cant (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 1,893 |
Student Demographics
| Male | 47% |
| Female | 53% |
| White | 70% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 11% |
| Asian | 3% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 510 | 575 | 640 |
| SAT Math | 513 | 560 | 630 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 22 | 29 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| In-State Tuition | $42,286 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $42,286 |
Financial Aid
| Students Receiving Aid | 30% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $23,760 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $24,199 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $26,339 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $29,365 |
| $110,001+ | $31,745 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$54,128
6 Years After
$64,570
8 Years After
$63,454
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $34,167 | 75th percentile: $78,455
Earnings by Family Income Background
$43,411
Low Income
$53,828
Middle Income
$61,453
High Income
Student Outcomes
73%
Full-Time Retention
36%
Part-Time Retention
60%
Graduation Rate
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