Wheeling Jesuit University
http://www.wju.edu316 Washington Ave, Wheeling, West Virginia 26003
(304) 243-2000
LIFE The Jesuit traditions of educational excellence and service to others guide all the programs at Wheeling Jesuit University. By integrating learning, research, and economic development with classical knowledge and Christian revelation, the University seeks to foster competence, creativity and innovation throughout and beyond the campus community. Graduates of the University enter the world of work with socially responsible goals, a lifelong appetite for learning and the desire to make our universe a better place. LEADERSHIP To model the Jesuit concern for regional and global neighbors, the University welcomes people of all creeds, races and nationalities to share in the ...show more »
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Private not-for-profit |
| Special Learning Opportunities | Teacher certification Distance learning opportunities Study abroad Weekend/evening college |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Bachelor's degree Postbaccalaureate certificate Master's degree Doctor's degree - professional practice |
| Campus Setting | City: Small |
| Disability Services Student | 3% or less |
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At Wheeling Jesuit University, 100.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 78.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $14,584), and 68% receive loans ($7,155 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $8,524. Off campus it is around $3,300. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Wheeling Jesuit University is $17,169 per year. |
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In Fall 2009, 1,299 people applied to Wheeling Jesuit University. Of the applicants, 74.0% were admitted (73.0% male & 76.0% female ) and 27.0% accepted (27.0% male and 27.0% female) Of the 1,086 undergraduate students at Wheeling Jesuit University, 17.0% are part-time. A majority (80.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 54.0% of the 281 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 37.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 77.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 51.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 59.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 56.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Yearly Application Deadline | Feb 15th |
| Admissions Office Phone | (800) 624-6992 |
| Admissions Office Email | admiss@wju.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | 316 Washington Avenue, Wheeling, West Virginia 26003 |
| Admissions Website | http://www.wju.edu/admissions/ (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Website | http://www.wju.edu/admissions/adm_apply.asp |
| Application Fee | $25 |
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In order to be accepted to Wheeling Jesuit University, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 470 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 560 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 460 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 560 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 20 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 25 |
| ACT English (25th Percentile) | 19 |
| ACT English (75th Percentile) | 25 |
| ACT Math (25th Percentile) | 18 |
| ACT Math (75th Percentile) | 25 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 8 | ||||
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other | 3 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 5 | ||||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 74 | 20 | |||
| Accounting | 24 | 6 | |||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 14 | ||||
| Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other | 23 | ||||
| Human Resources Management and Services, Other | 27 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 7 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | 7 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 7 | ||||
| Creative Writing | 5 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 2 | ||||
| Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics | 4 | ||||
| French Language and Literature | 2 | ||||
| Spanish Language and Literature | 2 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 60 | 19 | 40 | ||
| Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other | 5 | ||||
| Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist | 18 | ||||
| Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) | 29 | 19 | |||
| Physical Therapy/Therapist | 40 | ||||
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | 8 | ||||
| History | 8 | ||||
| History, General | 8 | ||||
| Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities | 11 | ||||
| General Studies | 0 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | 1 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 10 | ||||
| Mathematics and statistics | 2 | ||||
| Mathematics, General | 2 | ||||
| Multi/interdisciplinary studies | 3 | ||||
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 3 | ||||
| Philosophy and religious studies | 0 | ||||
| Philosophy | 0 | ||||
| Physical Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 6 | ||||
| Chemistry, Other | 3 | ||||
| Physics, General | 0 | ||||
| Psychology | 27 | ||||
| Psychology, General | 27 | ||||
| Security and protective services | 10 | ||||
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 10 | ||||
| Social sciences | 5 | ||||
| International Relations and Affairs | 0 | ||||
| Political Science and Government, General | 5 | ||||
| Theology and religious vocations | 2 | 1 | |||
| Religious Education | 1 | ||||
| Theology/Theological Studies | 2 | ||||
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