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Baldwin Wallace University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 1,553
Student to faculty ratio 11 to 1
Acceptance rate 79%
Students retention rate 82%
On-time graduation rate 66%

Located in Berea, Ohio, Baldwin Wallace University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 79% indicates that Baldwin Wallace University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Baldwin Wallace University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 11-to-1, Baldwin Wallace University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Baldwin Wallace University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 82% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 62% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

79%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$35,966

Cost of attendance at Baldwin Wallace University in 2022 for students from Ohio.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Ohio's average $7,987
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$35,966

Cost of attendance at Baldwin Wallace University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Ohio's average $16,946
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Baldwin Wallace University received on average $25,184 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$25,184
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 204 31% $4,967 $1,013,298
Other Federal Grant 204 31% $5,487 $1,119,298
State Grant/Scholarships 164 25% $3,493 $572,909
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 659 100% $22,616 $14,904,158
Total Grant & Scholarships 659 100% $25,184 $16,596,365

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Baldwin Wallace University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Baldwin Wallace University students is 66.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 72.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 60.7%.

66.3%

  • asian 81.2% 13 students
  • African American 56.1% 46 students
  • white 69.2% 396 students
  • hispanic 58.7% 27 students
  • International Students 57.1% 4 students
  • Mixed Race 53.7% 22 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Ohio Athletic Conference
  • Baseball Ohio Athletic Conference
  • Basketball Ohio Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Ohio Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Baldwin Wallace University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Baldwin Wallace University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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