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William Penn University

  • 4 Year
  • Oskaloosa, IA
  • 150 reviews
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    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      C+
    2. Value
      B-
    3. Diversity
      A
    4. Campus
      C-
    5. Athletics
      B
    6. Party Scene
      B-
    7. Professors
      C
    8. Location
      C+
    9. Dorms
      B-
    10. Campus Food
      C
    11. Student Life
      C+
    12. Safety
      C+
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    William Penn is a private, Christian university located in Oskaloosa, Iowa. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,068 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the William Penn acceptance rate is 54%. Popular majors include Business, Liberal Arts and Humanities, and Elementary Education. Graduating 35% of students, William Penn alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $32,900.
    About William Penn University...
    Athletic Division
    NAIA Division I
    Athletic Conference
    Heart of America Athletic Conference
    Address
    201 Trueblood Ave
    Oskaloosa, IA 52577
    Website
    wmpenn.edu
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    William Penn University 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
    54%
    Application Deadline
    —
    SAT Range
    840-1020
    ACT Range
    16-21
    Application Fee
    $0
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    —

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    SAT and ACT Prep Options
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $20,214/ 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
    $15,705/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Academics

    Professors
    C
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    16:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    88%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.8 responses
    73%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.11 responses
    73%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.11 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Business
      36 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      35 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      30 Graduates
    • Nursing Science, Education, and Practice
      18 Graduates
    • Psychology
      18 Graduates
    • Sport and Fitness Management
      14 Graduates
    • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
      13 Graduates
    • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
      13 Graduates
    • Human Services
      12 Graduates
    • Criminology
      11 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,068Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    214
    Undergrads Over 25
    16%
    Pell Grant
    59%
    Varsity Athletes
    29%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 6 responses
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    • Friendly
      67%
    • Diverse
      33%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    87%
    Poll
    36%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.14 responses
    Poll
    60%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.15 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 7 responses
    Report
    • Basic
      57%
    • Excellent
      43%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $42,100/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    35%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
    National
    83%
    78%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.9 responses
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    William Penn University Reviews

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    William Penn supports students through out their academic time at Penn. They also strongly support athletics and other extra curricular activities. My favorite part of William Penn University is the relationships built while on campus. Due to its small size, you have the ability to know most of the other students that attend the university as well. The small class sizes allow for you to get to know your professor and your professor to get to know you! These relationships are very helpful for classes, internships, and future job opportunities.
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    From first year being over I can say I had a decent year. I met a lot of great people from around the world meaning there is a lot of diversity. There was some very great and easy to get along with professors. Many professors are kind when it comes to missing assignments, tests, due to sickness or to athletics. Classes are small as well as campus. Everyone tends to know everyone or at least see one another often due to it being a private school. One thing I disliked was there was nothing to really do outside of school. William Penn is in a small town with not many options do go out and do things.
    If you like small easy schools, this is the school for you. But beware, this school has a high school feel, environment and the food might not be the best but thankfully there is a taco bell and taco johns down the road.