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Waynesburg University

Waynesburg, PA waynesburg.edu 1,081 students

Waynesburg University offers a close-knit campus environment in the rural setting of southwestern Pennsylvania. The university maintains a distinctly Christian atmosphere that permeates campus life. Students benefit from a variety of academic programs and enjoy traditions that foster a sense of community. The relatively small size of the university allows for personalized attention and a supportive learning environment.

Programs
5
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$44,767
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Tuition
$29,460
Sticker price (est.)

Financial Aid

The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Waynesburg University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 31% of students receive Pell Grants; 72% take federal loans.

Key Insight

Average net price across income brackets is $24,452, roughly 17% lower than the published tuition.

Net Price by Family Income

Academic Year 2025
Income Bracket Avg Net Price 4-Year Net Cost
$0 – $30K $19,790 $79,160
$30K – $48K $23,018 $92,072
$48K – $75K $25,354 $101,416
$75K – $110K $25,404 $101,616
$110K+ $28,697 $114,788
Sticker price (no aid) $29,460 $117,840
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

Programs at Waynesburg University

5 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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Compare across schools →
73
$71,208/yr High 5.5x
Business Administration
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61
$43,209/yr High 5.4x
Teacher Education
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Compare across schools →
51
$42,769/yr High 2.6x
Criminal Justice
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41
$37,582/yr Moderate 2.6x
Communication and Media Studies Compare across schools →
23
$29,070/yr High 2.8x

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