Hello, School Counselors!
Welcome to Westminster’s one-stop shop for information, news, and connections!
Who We Are
Westminster College is a top-tier liberal arts college, nationally recognized for its world-class curriculum, dedicated faculty, and individualized (11:1 student to faculty ratio) student attention. Nearly 1,300 undergraduate and graduate students benefit from 40 majors and concentrations, as well as nearly 80 organizations.
Students are taught to foster intellectual curiosity and to acquire knowledge for self, society, human culture, natural world, and human relationship with God. Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), Westminster students demonstrate moral and ethical commitments to neighbor, society, and the natural world.
At A Glance
Who We Are
A private, 4-year, co-ed, liberal arts college that emphasizes experiential learning, collaboration, and student success.
Campus
300 beautiful acres in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania, boasting athletic fields, walking trails, an outdoor laboratory, and a lake perfect for canoeing.
Majors and Programs
42 majors, 13 pre-professional programs, and 7 graduate programs.
Students
More than 1,200 undergraduate and graduate students; 46% men and 54% women.
Faculty
11:1 student-faculty ratio and an average class size of 17; 85% of our full-time faculty hold a doctorate or terminal degree.
Athletics
22 varsity sports; NCAA Division III; Presidents’ Athletic Conference; Eastern College Athletic Conference.
Outcomes
98% of our graduates are employed or in graduate school the year following graduation.
Student Life
Over 80 clubs and organizations; 4 national fraternities and 5 national sororities.
Housing
8 residential housing options; guaranteed housing all 4 years.
Calendar
2-semester academic year (fall and spring), plus an optional summer session; student travel and internships opportunities during summer and winter breaks.
Cost
Westminster is ranked among the best colleges for the money, according to Money Magazine.
Financial Aid
98% of students receive financial aid, which includes merit-based scholarships and need-based resources.
Location
An hour north from the heart of Pittsburgh and a bit over an hour from Cleveland, Westminster College sits on a 300-acre, tree lined campus with 10 residential options, several athletic facilities, 10 tennis courts, Brittain Lake, and a 100-acre outdoor laboratory, which includes nature trails, streams, and labyrinth.
Average First-Year Class Scores
- ACT: 24
- SAT Critical Reading: 545
- SAT Math: 550
- SAT Average: 1100
- Average GPA: 3.5
Westminster’s FAFSA Code: 003392
Accreditations
Middle States Commission on Higher Education
3624 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Telephone: (267) 284-5000
Pennsylvania Department of Education
333 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17126
Telephone: (717) 783-6788
National Association for Schools of Music
11250 Roger Bacon Drive, Suite 21
Reston, VA 20190-5248
Telephone: (703) 437-0700
Rankings
- #1 in Mid-Atlantic Region and #1 in Pennsylvania in “Best value for the money” (USA Today / College Factual)
- #21 nationally in “Top Colleges Doing the Most for the American Dream” (NY Times)
- Top-tier liberal arts college and a national leader in graduation rate performance (U.S. News Best Colleges)
- #1 school providing the “Best Value” in Pennsylvania” (Smartasset)
- “Top 25 Great Affordable Colleges in the Northeast” (Great Value Colleges)
- “The Best 379 Colleges” (The Princeton Review)
- President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll (Corporation for National and Community Service)
- Top-ranked school for employment success (Educate to Career Index)
- Top-ranked school for social mobility (Washington Monthly)
- Top-ranked school for women in STEM disciplines (Forbes)
Dates to Remember
- June 26: New Titan Day
- June 28: New Titan Day
- December 1: Rolling Admission Begins
Submitting Your Westminster College Application
Students will submit:
- Official Transcripts
- SAT/ACT Scores
- Personal Statement (250-500 words)
- Application via Online, Common App, or Paper
- Visit www.westminster.edu/apply for more information
- Remember to contact your admissions counselor for a free application waiver
Tour Westminster’s Campus
Visit the admissions department webpage or call 724-946-7910 to schedule a personal tour.
A Deeper Understanding of Westminster College
- Our Majors, Minors and Programs
- Our Clubs and Organizations
- Westminster College Athletics
- Scholarships and Financial Aid
- You’re Accepted: What’s Next?
- High School/Dual College Enrollment
- International Admissions
Contact the Admissions Office
Address
Remick Admissions House
South Market Street
New Wilmington, PA 16172
Phone: 724-946-7100
Email: admissions@westminster.edu
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturdays (September – May)
9:00am – noon
Visits are available by appointment. Register for an appointment.