Gardner-Webb University
Faith-based college · Boiling Springs, NC · 1,856 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
77%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
975–1198
ACT (middle 50%)
19–25
Average net price
$21,150
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$51,623
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
48%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Gardner-Webb University?
Gardner-Webb University accepts about 77 of every 100 applicants (77%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 975 and 1198 on the SAT. A score at or above 1198 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 975, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 19–25.
The latest federal data says Gardner-Webb University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Gardner-Webb University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Gardner-Webb University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $51,623 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $21,150 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $36,350 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$36,350
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$36,350
- Room & board$11,500
- Total cost of attendance$51,623
- Average net price after grants$21,150
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Education, Psychology, Biology.
Gardner-Webb University FAQ
- What is Gardner-Webb University's acceptance rate?
- 77% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Gardner-Webb University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 975–1198. Aim for 1198 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Gardner-Webb University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 19–25.
- Is Gardner-Webb University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Gardner-Webb University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Gardner-Webb University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Gardner-Webb University cost?
- About $51,623 a year before aid; $21,150 on average after grants.
- What is Gardner-Webb University's FAFSA school code?
- 002929. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Gardner-Webb University receives your information.
- What is Gardner-Webb University's graduation rate?
- 48% of students finish within six years.
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