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Wittenberg University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 1,660
Religious affiliation Evangelical
Student to faculty ratio 11 to 1
Acceptance rate 92%
Students retention rate 70%
On-time graduation rate 64%

Located in Springfield, Ohio, Wittenberg 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 92% indicates that Wittenberg University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Wittenberg 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, Wittenberg University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The student retention rate of 70% at Wittenberg 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

92.3%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$42,288

Cost of attendance at Wittenberg 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

$42,288

Cost of attendance at Wittenberg 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 Wittenberg University received on average $32,111 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.

$32,111
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 134 35% $4,939 $661,880
Other Federal Grant 134 35% $5,387 $721,880
State Grant/Scholarships 82 21% $3,574 $293,075
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 383 100% $29,461 $11,283,392
Total Grant & Scholarships 383 100% $32,111 $12,298,347

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Wittenberg 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 Wittenberg University students is 64.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 69.4%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 59.0%.

64.4%

  • African American 50.0% 23 students
  • white 69.1% 268 students
  • hispanic 57.1% 8 students
  • Mixed Race 42.9% 15 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football North Coast Athletic Conference
  • Baseball North Coast Athletic Conference
  • Basketball North Coast Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country North Coast Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Wittenberg 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

Wittenberg 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 - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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