Edward Waters University
Edward Waters University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Jacksonville, FL. It enrolls about 1,175 students and admits roughly 85% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Jacksonville, FL 32209 |
| County | Duval County |
| Enrollment | 1,175 |
| Acceptance rate | 85% |
| Applicants / admitted | 9,805 / 8,316 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $15,098 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $15,098 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 28% |
| Transfer-out rate | 29% |
| Full-time retention rate | 53% |
| Campus setting | City: Large |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Master's degree |
| Website | www.ew.edu/ |
| Phone | 9044708000 |
| Classification | Historically Black College or University (HBCU) |
Admissions
About 9,805 students applied and 8,316 were admitted. Of those admitted, 316 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $15,098 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 254 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 28% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Edward Waters University is in Jacksonville, FL, Duval County. Its coordinates are 30.3448, -81.6849.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Edward Waters University?
About 85% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 9,805 applicants.
How much does Edward Waters University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $15,098 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Edward Waters University?
About 1,175 students are enrolled.