Widener University
- 4 Year
- CHESTER, PA
CollegeGrad School
Widener University
- grade B minusOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- CHESTER, PA
- Rating 3.53 out of 5 768 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B
- Valuegrade A minus
- Diversitygrade B+
- Campusgrade C minus
- Athleticsgrade B minus
- Party Scenegrade B+
- Professorsgrade B
- Locationgrade C minus
- Dormsgrade B minus
- Campus Foodgrade C
- Student Lifegrade B minus
- Safetygrade B minus
About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (with football)
Athletic Conference
Middle Atlantic Conferences
From Widener University
Founded in 1821, Widener University is known for its nationally ranked programs and deep commitment to each student’s personal and professional success. The university’s 40+ undergraduate majors span liberal arts, business, the sciences, nursing, engineering, and more, with several dual degrees and joint majors. No matter which program you pursue, you’ll experience the hallmarks of a Widener education: faculty mentorship, hands-on career preparation, and a vibrant community.
When you graduate, you won't just start your career. You’ll continue the work you’ve been doing all along.
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Widener University Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Admissions
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
85%
SAT Range
1080-1240
ACT Range
20-26
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
Will You Get In?
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Cost
Net Price
$25,343 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$32,036 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
6:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
76%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 59 responses63%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 70 responses50%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 70 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Nursing204 Graduates
- Psychology60 Graduates
- Medical Assistant45 Graduates
- Accounting39 Graduates
- Mechanical Engineering38 Graduates
- Biology37 Graduates
- Civil Engineering34 Graduates
- Business Support Services29 Graduates
- Finance21 Graduates
- Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration20 Graduates
Robotics Engineering Major at Widener University
The first of its kind in the mid-Atlantic region, our robotics engineering program will put you on the inside track to a breakthrough career. Conduct research with powerhouse professors. Participate in nationwide robotics competitions. Gain real-world experience through a paid, year-long co-op—and still graduate in four years. At Widener, you'll launch your robotics career before you graduate.
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
2,540 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
226
Undergrads Over 25
9%
Pell Grant
22%
Varsity Athletes
21%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
39%
Poll
54%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 76 responsesPoll
61%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 84 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$53,400 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
68%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
95%
National
83%87%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 39 responsesWidener University Reviews
Rating 3.53 out of 5 768 reviews
Widener Business School has great professors that genuinely care for your success. They continually will provide opportunities and announcements for students to apply for grants and scholarships. The alumni connections and partnerships in a broad range of industries allow for many opportunities to find jobs prior to graduation. Additionally, I personally had been given the opportunity to work as a graduate assistant for the school in the SBDC. This role was crucial for me in applying to jobs as it offered real world experience in the industry that was specific to my career.
Overall, Widener is a good school, depending on what you make of it. I have some amazing professors who know what they are talking about in class and care about their students, but there are also professors who make classes more challenging than they should be and do not care about the well-being of the student. I think what gives Widener a good rating for me is the fact that there are so many ways that you can get involved and advance within your major. The biggest downsides to Widener are the lack of food options on campus, the food is very bad and despite every student saying the same thing, nothing changes. There is also nothing to do around campus, so the days and the weeks become very repetitive and boring. Finally, the professional staff has their favorites and if you are not their favorite, your 4 years here are screwed. Ultimately, your college experience is what you make of it, so if you put in the effort and do everything that Widener offers, you will have a good time
Socially I enjoy the smaller, connected feel of Widener's campus though many students do not.
Academically a majority of students and myself do not find themselves fulfilled in what they are learning. I have had some excellent and kind professors, but the rest seem to not care much about student success even when they see full effort being put in.
The school has many helpful student resources that I have utilized. My academic advisor has helped me a lot in changing majors, and I have utilized the school's therapy program and it made my spring 2022 semester a little less stressful.
Academically a majority of students and myself do not find themselves fulfilled in what they are learning. I have had some excellent and kind professors, but the rest seem to not care much about student success even when they see full effort being put in.
The school has many helpful student resources that I have utilized. My academic advisor has helped me a lot in changing majors, and I have utilized the school's therapy program and it made my spring 2022 semester a little less stressful.