Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 147800
- Phone: (239) 489-9300
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
61.12%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
23:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$11,561Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Liberal Arts Degree
The liberal arts program at Edward Waters College prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Florida colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.
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Edward Waters College
8099 College Parkway, Fort Myers, FL
Edward Waters College is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Jacksonville, Florida. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The African Methodist Episcopal affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Edward Waters College, with only approximately 770 students enrolled, offers smaller class sizes and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business Administration
- Criminal Justice
- Psychology
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management
- Math
Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1000 - 1210 on the SAT and between 14 - 17 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to this school. Competition runs high for admissions, given that only 20% of students who applied are admitted to the school. More information on admissions can be found at ewc.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $12,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should use the school's tuition calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Edward Waters College may provide financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Edward Waters College "Tigers" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available may include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
- Football (NAIA Division I)
- Golf (NAIA Division I)
Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study, and more can be viewed on school's website at www.ewc.edu.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Liberal Arts program at Edward Waters College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL
- Total Employment: 640
- Average Annual Salary: $66730
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates Edward Waters College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Edward Waters College may provide student services including:- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
Intercollegiate Athletics
Edward Waters College is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Gulf Coast Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Gulf Coast Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Gulf Coast Athletic Conference)
- Football (Independent Southeast Region)
- Softball
- Volleyball