Wilson College

Private · Moderately Selective · PA

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School data & stats

TypePrivate

LocationPA · Northeast

SettingUrban

Undergrads865

Student:faculty15:1

Outcomes

4-yr grad rate33.3%

6-yr grad rate48.1%

Drop-out rate25.5%

Study abroad—

Cost

In-state tuition$27k

Out-of-state tuition$27k

Application fee—

Community

Racial diversity24.3%

Gender diversity84%

International0.8%

IdentityPresbyterian Church (USA)

Overview

Wilson College, in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, was historically a women's college and is now coeducational, with roots in the Presbyterian tradition. It is a small college known for a handful of specific programs rather than broad name recognition, and for unusually direct support of nontraditional students.

Academics

Veterinary medical technology and equine studies are Wilson's signature programs, giving students hands-on animal-care training uncommon at small colleges, alongside a well-regarded nursing program. Class sizes are small throughout.

Campus & student life

The Chambersburg campus is compact and rural, with equine facilities central to student life for those in the riding and equine-studies programs. Wilson is notable for its Single Parent Scholar Program, which provides on-campus family housing and support services, a distinctive commitment among small private colleges.

Getting in

Wilson's process is accessible rather than highly selective, and the college is known for working individually with nontraditional applicants, including single parents and adult students, alongside traditional-age applicants.

Worth knowing

The on-campus family housing for single parents is a genuine rarity in higher education, worth knowing about for any student in that situation; the veterinary technology and equine programs likewise draw students who might not otherwise consider a small Pennsylvania college.

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Admissions

Acceptance rate92.1%

Enrolled mid-50%SAT 930–1180

Test policyoptional

Rec letters0

Deadlines (2026–27 cycle)

AdmissionRolling

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