About
About Winthrop University
Winthrop University is a public university in Rock Hill, SC, known for its public masters university, arts and education focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 70%, WU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 709 students each year. WU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 980–1195, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. WU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $13,153 per year; the sticker price of $44,836 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
Admissions
Winthrop University acceptance rate and admitted student profile
accessible for most qualified applicants
Application Strategy
Strategy tips for applying to Winthrop University
Financial Aid & Cost
What Winthrop University actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Avg. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$45k/yr | $12.6k |
| 30k-48k | ~$45k/yr | $13.0k |
| 48k-75k | ~$45k/yr | $14.0k |
| 75k-110k | ~$45k/yr | $18.5k |
| 110k+ | ~$45k/yr | $21.4k |
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Outcomes & Campus
Student outcomes and campus profile
Student Body
Student body composition
Race & Ethnicity