College
Widener University
- B-Overall Grade
- 4 Year
- Chester, PA
- 680 reviews
- AcademicsB-
- ValueA-
- DiversityB+
- CampusC-
- AthleticsB-
- Party SceneB
- ProfessorsC+
- LocationC-
- DormsC
- Campus FoodC-
- Student LifeC+
- SafetyB-
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (with football)
Athletic Conference
Middle Atlantic Conferences
Address
One University Place
Chester, PA 19013
Website
Widener University Rankings
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Admissions
Acceptance Rate
65%
SAT Range
1020-1180
ACT Range
20-25
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
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Cost
Net Price
$30,701/ year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
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Academics
Professors
C+
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Student Faculty Ratio
13:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
- 78%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.58 responses
- 63%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.63 responses
- 51%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.63 responses
Majors
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
2,919Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
4%
Pell Grant
25%
Varsity Athletes
18%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
85%
Poll
- 52%
- of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.69 responses
Poll
- 61%
- of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.77 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$53,200/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
57%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%- 87%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.38 responses
Widener University Reviews
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Widener University is an incredible school, specifically the School of Nursing; It is a world renowned program. With that said, it is one of the most difficult programs. You must have incredible passion and motivation to be successful in nursing. Widener's atmosphere is supportive and light-hearted. Everyone here supports each other. Widener also offers an immense list of clubs and activities, including a student nurse association, student government, student life, etc. There is always something to do here. The nursing staff is also incredible. Every single professor is here to aid you in your studies. I have not had a bad experience with any nursing professor, and some have even become friends.
Do not go here if your a science major. Their chemistry and math programs suck and the professors will rarely ever help you. The enrollment services faculty in lipka hall are also extremely rude. Tutoring on campus is a joke. It's just people who were able to pass the class by chance and know nothing about what their suppose to help you with. Overall, I am considering transferring next semester. I am only thankful that my biology teachers actually seemed to care about my success and are doing whatever they can to make my transfer as smooth as possible.
My first year at Widener has provided me with a great education experience as well as valuable life lessons. I would like to thank my parents for providing me with guidance and support which has allowed me to be prepared for this chapter of my life. I have been able to excel in the classroom, Athletics and with campus life. The Widener staff does a fantastic job of making sure that each student believes in his or abilities to succeed. My grandfather passed away just prior to me attending my Freshman year. He always told me, believe in yourself first and others will see your confidence. This message is how Live my life each day at Widener University.