Wilkes University

Wilkes-Barre, PA • private • III | Landmark Conference

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban (City: Small)

Student Population

Undergrad: 2,225 • Total: 7,059

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

Wilkes-Barre, PA
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Website

www.wilkes.edu

Region

Mid East

Carnegie Classification

D/PU: Doctoral/Professional Universities

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,044 (46.9%) • Female: 1,181 (53.1%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

91.5%

5,866 admitted from 6,414 applicants

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 510-640
Math: 513-630
Total: 1023-1270

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

20-29

Application Types Offered

EA RD

Application Requirements

—

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

EA:	11/29/2025
Rolling:	Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

60.3%

4-Year Graduation Rate

49.1%

Freshman Retention Rate

73.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$60,877

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $41,518

Room & Board

$16,166

Books & Supplies

$3,193

Students Receiving Pell Grants

34%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

III

Conference

Landmark Conference

Men's Sports (12)

Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Ice Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Swimming Tennis

Women's Sports (11)

Basketball Cross Country Field Hockey Golf Ice Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis

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Common questions about Wilkes University

What is Wilkes University's acceptance rate?

Wilkes University accepts 91% of applicants, from 6,414 applications.

How much does Wilkes University cost?

Tuition and fees are $41,518.

What ACT score do you need for Wilkes University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 20 and 29 on the ACT.

What is Wilkes University's graduation rate?

60% of students graduate within six years.