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Enrollment Deposit

How much is GWU's enrollment deposit?

Gardner-Webb University requires a deposit of $150 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

20.30%

Gardner-Webb University is in the top 20.30% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

20.50%

Gardner-Webb University is in the top 20.50% of colleges in the state of North Carolina for deposit cost. 15.38% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

15.50%

Gardner-Webb University is in the top 15.50% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Gardner-Webb University educates a diverse community of 3,144 students, with 1,812 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,332 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

3,144


Total Undergraduates

1,812

Total Graduates

1,332


Full-Time vs Part-Time

61% Full-Time

39% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Gardner-Webb University has a 75% acceptance rate. Gardner-Webb University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1105 and the average ACT score is 21.


Acceptance Rate

75%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

16%

Total Score

400

1600

10201210

Reading and Writing

200

800

520610

Math

200

800

500600

ACT

Students submitting ACT

22%

Composite Score

0

36

2025

English

0

36

1725

Math

0

36

1724

Location

Located in Boiling Springs, NC, Gardner-Webb University offers students a rural experience with all the advantages of a peaceful setting away from urban distractions.


City

Boiling Springs


County

Cleveland County


State

North Carolina


Country

United States


Urbanization

Rural: Distant

About

Gardner-Webb University features a student-focused approach with a 11 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Southern Baptist values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

11 : 1


Religious Affiliation

Southern Baptist


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Gardner-Webb University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $22,339 with 87% of students receiving financial assistance including 39% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$22,339


Received Aid

87%


Pell Recipients

39%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $33,450

Out-of-State: $33,450

Demographics

The Gardner-Webb University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with NaN% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
646 (36%)
Women
1,166 (64%)

Outcomes

Gardner-Webb University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 54% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

54%

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