Wofford College
http://www.wofford.edu429 N Church St, Spartanburg, South Carolina 29303-3663
(864) 597-4000
In these challenging economic times, the value of a superior education is especially critical. For 156 years, Wofford has been recognized for leadership among undergraduate liberal arts colleges. * Phi Beta Kappa — There are only 280 chapters of this prestigious honor society on the 3,500 college campuses across the United States. Wofford received its charter in 1941. * Wofford is one of 122 colleges and universities related to the United Methodist Church. Consistent with that tradition, the college welcomes faculty and students of all faiths, as well as those of no faith. * Alumni Profile — Of 15,587 alumni, ...show more »
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Private not-for-profit |
| Special Learning Opportunities | ROTC (Army) Teacher certification Study abroad |
| Student Services | Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Bachelor's degree |
| Campus Setting | City: Small |
| Disability Services Student | 3% or less |
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At Wofford College, 90.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 86.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $23,988), and 38% receive loans ($5,252 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $8,205. Off campus it is around $8,090. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Wofford College is $23,218 per year. |
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In Fall 2009, 2,443 people applied to Wofford College. Of the applicants, 58.0% were admitted (54.0% male & 67.0% female ) and 28.0% accepted (28.0% male and 28.0% female) |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 58.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 86.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 72.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 77.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 82.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Yearly Application Deadline | November 15March 15 |
| Admissions Office Phone | 864-597-4130 |
| Admissions Office Email | admission@wofford.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | 429 North Church Street Spartanburg SC 29303-3663 |
| Admissions Website | http://www.wofford.edu/admission/ |
| Application Fee | $35 |
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In order to be accepted to Wofford College, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 540 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 680 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 570 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 660 |
| SAT Writing (25th Percentile) | 530 |
| SAT Writing (75th Percentile) | 650 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 23 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 29 |
| ACT English (25th Percentile) | 23 |
| ACT English (75th Percentile) | 30 |
| ACT Math (25th Percentile) | 24 |
| ACT Math (75th Percentile) | 29 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies | 7 | ||||
| Area Studies, Other | 7 | ||||
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 57 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 57 | ||||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 86 | ||||
| Accounting | 8 | ||||
| Business/Managerial Economics | 38 | ||||
| Finance, General | 40 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 6 | ||||
| Computer Science | 6 | ||||
| Education | 0 | ||||
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 0 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 21 | ||||
| Creative Writing | 0 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 21 | ||||
| Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics | 21 | ||||
| Chinese Language and Literature | 3 | ||||
| French Language and Literature | 5 | ||||
| German Language and Literature | 0 | ||||
| Spanish Language and Literature | 13 | ||||
| History | 9 | ||||
| History, General | 9 | ||||
| Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities | 1 | ||||
| Humanities/Humanistic Studies | 1 | ||||
| Mathematics and statistics | 3 | ||||
| Mathematics, General | 3 | ||||
| Multi/interdisciplinary studies | 1 | ||||
| Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies | 1 | ||||
| Philosophy and religious studies | 12 | ||||
| Philosophy | 3 | ||||
| Religion/Religious Studies | 9 | ||||
| Physical sciences | 11 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 9 | ||||
| Physics, General | 2 | ||||
| Psychology | 14 | ||||
| Psychology, General | 14 | ||||
| Social sciences | 37 | ||||
| Economics, General | 10 | ||||
| Political Science and Government, General | 17 | ||||
| Sociology | 10 | ||||
| Visual and performing arts | 11 | ||||
| Art History, Criticism and Conservation | 10 | ||||
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | 1 | ||||
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