Wilkes University
84 West South StreetWilkes-Barre, PA 18766
(570) 408-5000
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 6539
Type: Private nonprofit 4-year or above
Main Website: www.wilkes.edu
Financial Aid: financial aid link
Annual Costs
Tuition and fees: $31,262.00
Total Cost In-State On-Campus: $48,570.00
Total Cost Out-State On-Campus: $48,570.00
Quick links: Admissions | Test Scoring | Financial Aid | Degrees | Majors | Scholarships
Test Scoring
| 25th Percentile* | 75th Percentile* | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Critical Reading | 460 | 570 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 590 |
| SAT Writing | 440 | 560 |
| ACT Composite | ||
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*Click here for an explanation of 25th and 75th Percentile scoring.
Financial Aid
| Percentage of students receiving any financial aid | 96% |
| Percentage of students receiving Federal Grants | 33% |
| Average Federal Grant | $4,632.00 |
| State Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving state aid | 39% |
| Average state aid | $3,565.00 |
| Institutional Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving institutional aid | 95% |
| Average institutional aid | $14,717.00 |
| Student Loans | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving a student loan | 83% |
| Average student loan | $9,447.00 |
- Degrees
- BACHELOR'S DEGREE
- MASTER'S DEGREE
- DOCTOR’S DEGREE - RESEARCH/SCHOLARSHIP
- DOCTOR’S DEGREE - PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
- MASTER'S DEGREE
- Majors
- Accounting
- Biochemistry
- Biology Teacher Education
- Biology/Biological Sciences
- Business Administration and Management
- Chemistry
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Creative Writing
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
- Education
- Educational Leadership and Administration
- Educational/Instructional Technology
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Engineering/Industrial Management
- English Language and Literature
- English/Language Arts Teacher Education
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
- Finance
- French Language and Literature
- Geology/Earth Science
- History
- History Teacher Education
- Information Science/Studies
- International Relations and Affairs
- Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Marketing/Marketing Management
- Mathematics
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Mechanical Engineering
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
- Music Performance
- Music Teacher Education
- Nursing Practice
- Pharmacy
- Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Science and Government
- Psychology
- Reading Teacher Education
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
- Social Studies Teacher Education
- Sociology
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Special Education and Teaching
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric
- Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
- Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
- Biochemistry
Wilkes University Scholarships
WU Presidential Scholarships
Scholarship for incoming freshmen enrolling at Wilkes University. Applicants must have a SAT score between 1100 to 1199 or ACT equivalent. Student's admissions application is reviewed for this award. Number of awards and award amount may vary. Contact the Office of Admissions for more information and/or application. more...
WU Named Scholarships
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending Wilkes University. These are endowed scholarships with varying criteria. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. Contact the Office of Admissions for more information and/or application. more...
WU Transfer Student Scholarships
Scholarship for transfer students enrolling at Wilkes University. Applicants must have a minimum of 24 transferable credit hours and 3.0 GPA. Student's admissions application is reviewed for this award. Number of awards and award amount may vary. Contact the Office of Admissions for more information and/or application. more...
WU Multicultural Service Scholarships
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending Wilkes University who can add to the diversity of the campus. Applicants must be participating in at least one campus or community service activity and have financial need. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. Contact the Office of Admissions for more information and/or application. more...
WU Scholars Award
Scholarship for incoming freshmen enrolling at Wilkes University. Applicants must have a minimum SAT score of 1200 or ACT equivalent. Student's admissions application is reviewed for this award. Number of awards and award amount may vary. Contact the Office of Admissions for more information and/or application. more...
Pennsylvania Scholarships
Mayor Clifford E. Debaptiste Scholarship Foundation (College)
Scholarship for incoming freshmen enrolled at West Chester University. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
John J. Leidy Foundation, Inc. Scholarship
Scholarship for Maryland residents who are undergraduate students enrolled full-time at Allegany College of Maryland. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Number of awards may vary. Nonrenewable; recipients may reapply. more...
Faculty Scholarships
Scholarship for incoming freshmen enrolling at Lycoming College. Applicants must have a minimum 3.65 GPA and have a minimum SAT score of 1950 or ACT score of 29. Students must interview with the Dean of the College and a faculty department chairperson. Due date and number of awards may vary. Renewable. more...
Frank J. Kuzemchak Scholarship in Accounting
Scholarship for Cambria or Indiana County, Pennsylvania residents who are college juniors or seniors enrolled full-time at Saint Francis University majoring in Accounting. Students must demonstrate academic achievement and financial need. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
Edward McInroy Scholarship
Annual award for resident of Tioga County, Pennsylvania who is an entering freshman accepted to Mansfield University in Pennsylvania. Applicant must be distinguished more by effort and commitment to higher education goals. Non-renewable. more...
Phi Delta Theta Allegheny College Scholarship Fund-Clarence Frisbee Ross Scholarship
Scholarship for a college senior attending Allegheny College, Meadville, Pennsylvania. Applicants must be in the top five percent of their class and demonstrate academic or extracurricular contributions to Allegheny College. A personal essay must be included with application packet. more...
Howard J. Burnett Presidential Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending Washington & Jefferson College. Due date and number of awards may vary. Renewable. more...
Gerald K. "The Cop" Mack Scholarship in English Literature
Scholarship for college juniors or seniors enrolled full-time at Saint Francis University majoring in English. Students must be local area residents, demonstrate academic achievement, and financial need. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
Fellows Program
Annual fellowships for full-time graduate students at one of the five Coro Centers to develop experience and skills to make a difference in your community, organization or industry. Semi-finalists will attend a five-day selection event. Recipients will participate in a nine month fellowship in the following areas: field assignments, public service projects, focus weeks, and seminars. Award amount may be a reduction or waiver of the tuition. Nonrenewable. more...
Monsignor Felix J. Labuda Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate students enrolled full-time at DeSales University. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...