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Walsh 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 914
Religious affiliation Catholic
Student to faculty ratio 14 to 1
Acceptance rate 80%
Students retention rate 71%
On-time graduation rate 69%

Located in North Canton, Ohio, Walsh 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 80% indicates that Walsh University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Walsh 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 14-to-1, Walsh University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The student retention rate of 71% at Walsh University suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


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

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

79.9%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$32,315

Cost of attendance at Walsh 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

$32,315

Cost of attendance at Walsh 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, 98 of freshman students at Walsh University received on average $23,469 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.

$23,469
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 120 31% $4,599 $551,888
Other Federal Grant 283 74% $2,887 $817,038
State Grant/Scholarships 72 19% $3,663 $263,725
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 376 98% $20,657 $7,766,984
Total Grant & Scholarships 377 98% $23,469 $8,847,747

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Walsh 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 Walsh University students is 68.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 73.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 61.1%.

68.6%

  • asian 66.7% 2 students
  • African American 43.5% 10 students
  • white 71.3% 238 students
  • unknown 73.3% 22 students
  • hispanic 60.0% 6 students
  • International Students 70.0% 14 students
  • Mixed Race 52.9% 9 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Great Midwest Athletic Conference
  • Baseball Great Midwest Athletic Conference
  • Basketball Great Midwest Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Great Midwest Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Walsh 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

Walsh 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

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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