Gardner-Webb University

Gardner-Webb University is a private, religious school in a small town setting in Boiling Springs, North Carolina. Gardner Webb University was founded in 1905 and now enrolls around 3,884 students a year, including 2,017 undergrads. Gardner Webb University offers housing for up to 1,376 students. The majority of students live on campus. On the weekends, about 50% of students stay on-campus and participate in campus events and social life.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Gardner Webb University! Love music or performing? Join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of Gardner Webb University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Gardner Webb University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

There are no fraternities or sororities at Gardner Webb University, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? Gardner Webb University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Gardner Webb University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Gardner Webb University on the Student Life page.

2021 Gardner Webb University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	14%
Average GPA	3.7
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	66%
Tuition	$31,220

Is Gardner Webb University a Good School?

The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how competitive an institution is, but they don't tell you how happy or successful students are. There are a few statistics that can give you a good idea of how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its students.

Let's take a look at each of these factors to get a clearer idea of what Gardner Webb University offers and if it sounds like the right college for you.

Gardner Webb University Acceptance Rate 2020

It is moderately difficult to get into Gardner Webb University. Around 14% of applicants get into Gardner Webb University each year. Last year, 3,218 students applied to Gardner Webb University and 446 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Gardner Webb University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Gardner Webb University, around 66% are still enrolled their sophomore year. Gardner Webb University's six-year graduation rate for undergrads is 44%. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outcomes for Gardner Webb University Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Gardner Webb University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. Gardner Webb University's endowment was valued at $51.1 million in 2021, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $5,707 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Gardner Webb University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Gardner Webb University meets 77% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Gardner Webb University full-time are awarded $28,106 a year in financial aid, on average.

Graduates in the class of 2021 had an average of $28,819 in student loans per borrower. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some financial aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Gardner Webb University. Based on this information, how does Gardner Webb University sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Gardner Webb University a good school for you?

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Where is Gardner-Webb University Located?

Gardner Webb University is located in the small town setting of Boiling Springs, North Carolina, less than an hour from Charlotte.

If you want to see Gardner Webb University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 85 to Boiling Springs, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Charlotte Douglas International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Gardner Webb University and Boiling Springs are like without leaving home.

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