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Edward Waters University

Private nonprofit Jacksonville, FL · Urban · Southeast · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
28%
Graduation Rate
$34,782
Earnings (10yr)
$13,649
Net Price
85%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Edward Waters University has an acceptance rate of 85%, making it accessible for many students. This welcoming policy encourages diverse enrollment, with 1,087 students currently pursuing their education here.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data highlights significant challenges in mobility and outcomes. With a graduation rate of just 28%, many students struggle to complete their degrees. This underscores the need for support systems to help students transition successfully into their careers.

Tuition is set at a net price of $13,649, which can be a burden for students, especially given the lack of data on median debt. Graduates earn an average of $34,782 after ten years, suggesting a need for stronger career services. Students interested in Business, Criminal Justice, Biology, Psychology, and Communications may find a good fit here, but they should be prepared for the hurdles ahead.

Rankings

How Edward Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation28%Earnings 10yr$35KNet Price$14KRetention54%Pell Grant Rate75%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$12K$0-30K$12K$30-48K$10K$48-75K$21K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$16,366
In-State Tuition
$16,366
Out-of-State
$13,649
Avg Net Price
75%
Pell Grant Rate
68%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$12,380
Family Income $0–$30K
$12,113
Family Income $30K–$48K
$9,743
Family Income $48K–$75K
$20,865
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$29,809
6 Years After Entry
$32,493
8 Years
$34,782
10 Years
37%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$29,809 6yr $32,493 8yr $34,782 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.94
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.14
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
3.3%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 85%
Retention Rate 54%
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $5,800
Diversity Index 0.27
First-Gen Students 50%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 53%
Criminal Justice 22%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Psychology 9%
Communications 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 1%