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ACCEPTANCE RATE

78.18%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

15:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$15,531

Average 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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Social Science Degree

Social Science is a field of study focused society and the associated relationships between people. The primary sub-disciplines include: Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Geography, Anthropology, Archaeology, History, and Linguistics. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer social science degrees.

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Wilmington College

1055 N Bickett Rd, Wilberforce, OH

Wilmington College is a nonprofit private institution located in Wilmington, Ohio and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The school maintains a Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled per year at Wilmington College.

Areas of study available at Wilmington College include:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Agriculture Operations
  • Recreation And Fitness Studies
  • Education
  • Psychology

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. Most students admitted to Wilmington College earn an SAT score between 840 - 1070, or an ACT score between 18 - 23. 90% of students that apply are accepted to Wilmington College, of which 20 percent choose to attend.

The cost of tuition is nearly $30,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $4,600 each year. Some students at Wilmington College may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Wilmington College is the "Quakers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Available sports offered:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
  • Football (NCAA Division III)
  • Golf (NCAA Division III)

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.wilmington.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Social Science program at Wilmington College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Transportation Planners

Description

Prepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of transportation systems. Develop transportation models or simulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, transportation planners employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.0% from 2014 to 2024

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 provide a better idea of the students Wilmington College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Wilmington College may offer services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Work study style employment
  • Assisting students to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

Wilmington College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Ohio Athletic Conference)
  • Basketball (Ohio Athletic Conference)
  • Football (Ohio Athletic Conference)
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Track and Field, Indoor
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
  • Equestrian