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About Gardner-Webb University

faith based missionsmall class sizeshealth sciences focusdoctoral programs offered

Gardner-Webb University is a private university in Boiling Springs, NC, known for its faith based mission, small class sizes, and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 75%, GW is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 403 students each year. GW is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1020–1210, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. GW offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $25,365 per year; the sticker price of $46,990 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Gardner-Webb University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

75%
Overall Accept Rate
1115
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1020 – 1210 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 20 – 25

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Gardner-Webb University

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Essay Strategy
Gardner-Webb is a Baptist-affiliated university with a strong Christian mission, so if faith or service is part of your story, weave that authentically into your application materials because it resonates deeply with the admissions team.
Financial Aid
Gardner-Webb offers automatic merit scholarships based on GPA and, at some levels, test scores, so check their scholarship matrix early and make sure your transcript reflects your strongest possible record before you apply.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Gardner-Webb University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$47k/yr$15.3k
30k-48k~$47k/yr$14.6k
48k-75k~$47k/yr$13.8k
75k-110k~$47k/yr$15.9k
110k+~$47k/yr$22.4k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

62%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$44k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,827
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

49%White
27%Unknown / Unreported
16%Black / African American
4%Hispanic
3%Two or More Races
1%Asian
1%American Indian / AK Native
0%International
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender38% Men · 62% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status100% Citizens and Immigrants · 0% International
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