Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
87.02%
SAT Average
1,146
ACT Range
20-26
Gardner-Webb University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 87.02%. This means approximately 870 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,836 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
87.02%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $33,450 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $33,450 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $48,813 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $24,137 | State avg: $14,661. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 26.82% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 54.91% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Gardner-Webb University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$33,450
Room and board
$10,770
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$2,400
Fees and remainder
$1,193
Sticker price
$48,813
Average net price
$24,137
Average aid coverage
51%
$24,676 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Gardner-Webb University pays approximately $24,137 per year after grants and aid. This is above the North Carolina average of $14,661 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Gardner-Webb University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to North Carolina and national averages.
Gardner-Webb University net price
$24,137
North Carolina average
$14,661
National average
$17,506
Gardner-Webb University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $33,450 and average net price at $24,137. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$33,450
Current net price
$24,137
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
61.68%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$48,039
Undergraduates
1,836
10-Year Median Earnings - Gardner-Webb University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Gardner-Webb University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Gardner-Webb University?
Undergraduates
1,836
Completion rate
61.68%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
26.82%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
54.91%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 26.82% of Gardner-Webb University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 54.91% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Gardner-Webb University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Gardner-Webb University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Gardner-Webb University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Gardner-Webb University is listed at Main St, Boiling Springs, NC 28017-0997. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Gardner-Webb University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gardner-Webb University | 87.02% | $33,450 | $24,137 | $48,039 |
| Duke University | 6.78% | $65,805 | $34,454 | $97,800 |
| Chamberlain University-North Carolina | 66.67% | $19,686 | $21,664 | $92,405 |
| Davidson College | 14.48% | $60,300 | $18,127 | $81,400 |
| Wake Forest University | 21.56% | $64,758 | $28,746 | $78,158 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardner-Webb University's acceptance rate?
Gardner-Webb University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 87.02%.
How much is Gardner-Webb University tuition?
Gardner-Webb University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $33,450.
What is Gardner-Webb University's average net price?
Gardner-Webb University's average net price in the local dataset is $24,137.
What does Gardner-Webb University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $21,744 for Gardner-Webb University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Gardner-Webb University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $48,039 for Gardner-Webb University.
Is Gardner-Webb University accredited?
Gardner-Webb University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Gardner-Webb University?
The local dataset lists 1,836 undergraduate students at Gardner-Webb University.
What percentage of Gardner-Webb University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Gardner-Webb University in the local dataset is 26.82%.
What is the federal loan rate at Gardner-Webb University?
The federal loan rate for Gardner-Webb University in the local dataset is 54.91%.
Where should I verify Gardner-Webb University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Gardner-Webb University or the latest official federal education data.