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Warren Wilson College

#805 in Colleges with the Best Professors in America
  • 4 Year
  • Swannanoa, NC
  • 310 reviews
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    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B-
    2. Value
      C+
    3. Diversity
      A-
    4. Campus
      B
    5. Athletics
      C-
    6. Party Scene
      B-
    7. Professors
      B
    8. Location
      B+
    9. Dorms
      B-
    10. Campus Food
      A-
    11. Student Life
      B-
    12. Safety
      B+
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    Warren Wilson is a private college located in Swannanoa Township, North Carolina in the Asheville Area. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 579 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Warren Wilson acceptance rate is 79%. Popular majors include Environmental Science, Biology, and Psychology. Graduating 53% of students, Warren Wilson alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $19,500.
    About Warren Wilson College...
    Athletic Division
    USCAA
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    Address
    701 Warren Wilson Rd
    Swannanoa, NC 28778
    Website
    warren-wilson.edu

    Warren Wilson 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
    79%
    Application Deadline
    —
    SAT Range
    1140-1280
    ACT Range
    25-29
    Application Fee
    $50
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Recommended
    Early Decision/Early Action
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    Test Prep

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $29,477/ 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
    $19,414/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%

    Academics

    Professors
    B
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    9:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    83%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.18 responses
    53%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.19 responses
    53%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.19 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Environmental Science
      30 Graduates
    • Biology
      18 Graduates
    • Psychology
      17 Graduates
    • Creative Writing
      13 Graduates
    • Visual and Performing Arts
      11 Graduates
    • History
      10 Graduates
    • International Studies
      9 Graduates
    • Social Sciences
      9 Graduates
    • Sociology
      9 Graduates
    • English
      8 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    579Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    10
    Undergrads Over 25
    5%
    Pell Grant
    33%
    Varsity Athletes
    17%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 12 responses
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    • Laid back and accepting
      58%
    • Somewhat delusional
      25%
    • Accepting, Socially Conscious, and Intellectual
      8%
    • Completely delusional
      8%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    98%
    Poll
    100%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.16 responses
    Poll
    77%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.26 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 14 responses
    Report
    • Small, tight-knit and unique
      64%
    • Claustrophobic
      14%
    • Radiant, intense, surreal
      14%
    • horrible
      7%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $25,600/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    53%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    91%
    National
    83%
    63%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.8 responses
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    Warren Wilson College Reviews

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    Very work based, community orientated college, and I'm very happy to have applied. Have good professors want to help, the community around the school is great, and the scenery around the college is breath-taking. A must come if interested in studies of natural science, writing, biology, and social sciences (etc.). School is not so big, but there is much to do and see. Great college!
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    I know many people, including myself, who are transferring to different institutions next semester and the one thing we have all agreed upon the most is that we will miss the people we have met, but that is all.

    The academics are lacking as they do seem to be at a college standard. The school favors some departments over others and it shows. In addition, the performing arts programs here will not provide you with a solid enough background in them because there are simply not enough resources.
    Warren Wilson College is a unique, intellectual, and rigorous institution. WWC goes above and beyond to make the college experience one that is well-rounded and immersive. As a current senior, I find myself a more prepared undergrad because of WWC's work and service program. Going into a job/internship/grad school interview with a four year background in work and service definitely differentiates you from other applicants and shows that as a student and professional you value a well-rounded and challenging experience. WWC provides space and support for anyone to flourish. The institution provides various outlets in academics, work, and service for students to find their niche. The community is very egalitarian, liberal, and intellectual. The professors are top-notch, many of them embody social justice ideals and it shows in the classroom. As a student in the humanities, I am continuously challenged to hone perspectives that are globally, ethically, and social justice conscious.