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Overview

Wilberforce University is a non-profit private multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the rural setting of the small town of Wilberforce, Ohio, United States. Founded in 1856, Wilberforce University (WU) is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. WU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 170-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 30-39%. It is considered a very selective. International students are welcome to apply. WU also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Wilberforce University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Wilberforce University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Wilberforce University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Wilberforce University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym WU
Founded 1856
Motto Suo Marte
By one’s own toil, effort, courage
Colours Green and gold
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Location

Address 1055 N Bickett Road
Wilberforce
45384-1001 Ohio
United States
Wilberforce University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Wilberforce University Phone Number (937) 376 2911
Wilberforce University Fax Number (937) 376 2627
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Recognition and Accreditation

Wilberforce University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Wilberforce University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Wilberforce University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Council on Rehabilitation Education


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Wilberforce University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Wilberforce University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Wilberforce University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Wilberforce University's academic range and degree level offering.



Wilberforce University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C
B&S Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Wilberforce University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Wilberforce University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Wilberforce University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Wilberforce University.



Wilberforce University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students		 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Wilberforce University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Wilberforce University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Wilberforce University Admission Info


Wilberforce University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Wilberforce University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Wilberforce University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Wilberforce University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Wilberforce University's acceptance rate ranges from 30 to 39%, making it a very selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific US ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Wilberforce University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Wilberforce University's Admission Office Admission Office

1055 North Bickett Road, PO Box 1001
Wilberforce 45384-1001
(937) 708 5721
800 367 8568

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Wilberforce University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Wilberforce University Size and Profile


Wilberforce University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Wilberforce University has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Wilberforce University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Wilberforce University has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.


Wilberforce University's Control Type Control Type

Wilberforce University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Wilberforce University's Entity Type Entity Type

Wilberforce University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Wilberforce University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Wilberforce University's main campus is located in a rural setting, meaning it is situated in a countryside or less densely populated area, away from major cities.


Wilberforce University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Wilberforce University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Wilberforce University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Wilberforce University is Christian-Methodist Religious Affiliation

Christian-Methodist. African Methodist Episcopal Church - www.ame-church.com



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Facilities and Services

Wilberforce University Facilities


Wilberforce University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Wilberforce University's Library
Wilberforce University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 44,478 physical volumes, 304 physical media, 4,166 digital/electronic media and 185 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Wilberforce University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Wilberforce University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Wilberforce University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 346 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Wilberforce University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Wilberforce University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Wilberforce University Services


Wilberforce University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Wilberforce University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Wilberforce University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Wilberforce University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Wilberforce University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Wilberforce University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Wilberforce University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Wilberforce University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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X X (Twitter)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilberforce University public or private?

Wilberforce University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Wilberforce University profit or non-profit?

Wilberforce University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Wilberforce University in terms of enrollment?

Wilberforce University has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Wilberforce University in terms of academic staff?

Wilberforce University has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.

Is Wilberforce University a coeducational institution?

Wilberforce University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Wilberforce University use?

Wilberforce University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Wilberforce University affiliated with?

Christian-Methodist. African Methodist Episcopal Church - www.ame-church.com

Does Wilberforce University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Wilberforce University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Wilberforce University's acceptance rate ranges from 30 to 39%, making it a very selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Wilberforce University WU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro). International students: 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Wilberforce University WU located?

Wilberforce University is located in Wilberforce, Ohio, United States. Address: 1055 N Bickett Road.

Is Wilberforce University WU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Wilberforce University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (since ).

Does Wilberforce University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Wilberforce University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Wilberforce University have a university library?

Yes Wilberforce University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 44,478 physical volumes, 304 physical media, 4,166 digital/electronic media and 185 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Wilberforce University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Wilberforce University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Wilberforce University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 346 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Wilberforce University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Wilberforce University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Wilberforce University offer career services?

Yes

Does Wilberforce University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Wilberforce University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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