Gardner-Webb University
Gardner-Webb University is situated in the small town of Boiling Springs, North Carolina. The campus provides a traditional, close-knit atmosphere within a rural setting. Students are active in NCAA Division I athletics, both as participants and fans, with the Runnin' Bulldogs competing in the Big South Conference, and other conferences for swimming and wrestling.
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Gardner-Webb University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 27% of students receive Pell Grants; 55% take federal loans.
Average net price across income brackets is $22,862, roughly 32% lower than the published tuition.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $21,744 | $86,976 |
| $30K – $48K | $19,750 | $79,000 |
| $48K – $75K | $19,334 | $77,336 |
| $75K – $110K | $25,534 | $102,136 |
| $110K+ | $27,952 | $111,808 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $33,450 | $133,800 |
Programs at Gardner-Webb University
7 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Compare across schools → |
73
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$71,337/yr | High | 5.0x |
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55
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$44,261/yr | Very High | 3.4x |
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48
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$42,840/yr | High | 2.6x |
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47
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$39,472/yr | High | 2.0x |
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42
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$39,850/yr | High | 2.2x |
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40
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$35,433/yr | Moderate | 2.3x |
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37
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$34,491/yr | High | 2.2x |