Value and Rankings
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Consistently recognized as a top school within ranking systems focused on value and job placement, Waynesburg University has emerged as a national leader in educational value.
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Money's Best Colleges
Waynesburg University has been recognized as one of America’s Best Colleges in Money’s 2023 rankings.
“To find colleges that combine quality and affordability, Money analyzed dozens of data points, including graduation rates, cost of attendance, financial aid and alumni salaries. The result? A new star rating system with 736 colleges where your tuition (and time) is likely to pay off,” Money’s website reported.
This year, for the first time, Money grouped colleges into one of six ratings, from 2.5 stars to 5 stars, instead of a numbered ranking. Waynesburg University received a 4-star rating. Read more about Money's Best Colleges rankings
college of distinction
Waynesburg University has also been recognized as a 2023-2024 College of Distinction for its continued commitment to engaged, hands-on education. This marks the eighth consecutive year that Waynesburg has earned the distinction. Read more
Why is Waynesburg a best value?
4.6%
Our student loan default rate of 4.6% is much lower than the national average of 9.6%.
$12K
Tuition, room and board at Waynesburg is approximately $12,000 below the national average for private, non-profit, four-year colleges.
100%
100% of Waynesburg students receive some form of financial aid each year.
How do our programs rank?
Many of our top majors have been recognized for academic excellence and value throughout the region and nationwide.
College of Distinction
Waynesburg University has been recognized as a 2023-2024 College of Distinction and has received specialized recognition for its business field of study.
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Top Online MBA
Waynesburg University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program has been recognized as a “Top 50 Online MBA Program” by Online Master’s Degrees, ranking No. 21 nationally.
allnurses
Waynesburg University has been ranked No. 5 as a Top Ranked Program on allnurses’ 19 Best RN to BSN Programs in Pennsylvania for 2024.
Explore the Department of Nursing
college of distinction
Waynesburg University has been recognized as a 2023-2024 College of Distinction and has received specialized recognition for its nursing field of study.
Overall Rankings and Recognition
Review all of Waynesburg University's regional and national recognition.