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Wagner College

#793 in Best Colleges in America
  • 4 Year
  • Staten Island, NY
  • 681 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B-
    2. Value
      A
    3. Diversity
      A
    4. Campus
      C-
    5. Athletics
      B+
    6. Party Scene
      B-
    7. Professors
      B-
    8. Location
      B-
    9. Dorms
      C-
    10. Campus Food
      C-
    11. Student Life
      B-
    12. Safety
      B-
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    Wagner is an above-average private, Christian college located in Staten Island, New York in the New York City Area. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,736 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Wagner acceptance rate is 70%. Popular majors include Nursing, Business, and Psychology. Graduating 70% of students, Wagner alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $43,400.
    wagner.edu
    (718) 390-3100
    One Campus Rd
    Staten Island, NY 10301
    About Wagner College...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS
    Athletic Conference
    Northeast Conference
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    Wagner College Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    70%
    Application Deadline
    February 15
    SAT Range
    1050-1270
    ACT Range
    22-28
    Application Fee
    $60
    SAT/ACT
    Recommended
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    Yes

    Cost

    Net Price
    $30,119/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $26,903/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Academics

    Professors
    B-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    13:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    80%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.45 responses
    57%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.49 responses
    73%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.49 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Nursing
      123 Graduates
    • Business
      75 Graduates
    • Psychology
      39 Graduates
    • Physician Assistant
      36 Graduates
    • Drama and Theatre Production
      31 Graduates
    • Fine and Studio Arts Management
      28 Graduates
    • Biology
      20 Graduates
    • Sociology
      16 Graduates
    • English
      14 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      11 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,736Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    58
    Undergrads Over 25
    8%
    Pell Grant
    26%
    Varsity Athletes
    31%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 28 responses
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    • Theatre, Physician Assistant, Athlete, or Greek
      43%
    • Whoever you want to be.
      25%
    • Theatre kid, athlete, or involved in Greek life
      21%
    • Theater kid or athlete
      11%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    75%
    Poll
    62%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.53 responses
    Poll
    44%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.57 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 25 responses
    Report
    • A strong Community
      36%
    • Amazing opportunities to explore in NYC
      24%
    • Endearing
      12%
    • Boring
      8%
    • Terrible in every way
      8%
    • Worst decision ever!
      8%
    • confusing
      4%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $56,700/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    70%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    91%
    National
    83%
    74%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.27 responses
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    Wagner College Reviews

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    My experience at Wagner College has been amazing. I have met friends of a lifetime and am getting an unforgettable education. The professors truly care about their students and stay after their office hours to tutor us. This school challenges you to work hard, but it is really worth the tough hours of studying and dedication. The library is beautiful and makes you feel comfortable when you're stressed. The campus is beautiful with incredible architecture and landscaping. The staff is so kind and caring. Wagner College has many clubs and extra-curriculum activities for students to be involved in. All in all, my time has been a great one and I can't thank the Wagner community enough for providing me with an amazing college experience!
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    I am in the Theater and Speech department , majoring in Musical Theater Performance. Wagner College's acting, vocal and dance training is staffed by former professionals in each of those areas including actors who have won Tony Awards or been in original Broadway productions which have won Tony Awards. I was excited to be accepted to the program and am EXTREMELY pleased with the instruction I have received while here. It is a shame the college does not do more to publicly highlight those who have gone on to be successful in the theater or theater arts because there are many!
    Wagner College is a beautiful and encouraging place to got to school. With it being so close to Manhattan, and having students from over 10 different countries, there is a variety of people and places to meet and explore. The professors are extremely helpful, intelligent, and considerate. The campus itself is beautiful and full of life. There is no other place I would want to attend.