Winthrop University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Winthrop University is a public research university in Rock Hill, South Carolina, serving roughly 3,523 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 79.25% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $47,185 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $14,678
- 2024 Average Net Price: $15,343 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 79.25% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,523 94.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 56.98%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 28.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 1.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 63.9%
- Average SAT Score: 1139
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,459
- Applicants (IPEDS): 5,858
- Room & Board: $11,072 annual estimate
Winthrop University: what the data shows
Common questions about Winthrop University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Winthrop University?
Winthrop University is located in Rock Hill, SC (ZIP 29733).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Winthrop University public or private?
Winthrop University is a Public institution.
How much does Winthrop University cost?
Published tuition: $14,678 in-state, $28,676 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $15,343.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,608 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $12,983 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $13,966 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,518 |
| $110,001+ | $21,359 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $58,712.
How hard is it to get into Winthrop University?
Admission rate: 79.25%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1139 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Winthrop University?
Total enrollment: 3,523 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,459 students.
Graduate enrollment: 925 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Winthrop University?
150%-time completion rate: 56.98%.
First-year retention: 73.6%.
What do graduates of Winthrop University earn?
Median earnings: $39,048 six years after entry; $47,185 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,975.
40.96% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Winthrop University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (235 completions)
- Social Work (151 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (67 completions)
- Psychology, General (56 completions)
- Human Nutrition (40 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (37 completions)
- Education, General (33 completions)
- Sociology, General (29 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (28 completions)
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General (26 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Winthrop University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 79.25%; completion rate 56.98%; median earnings $47,185 at 10 years; net price $15,343. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$14,678
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Winthrop University was $14,678.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$15,343
2024 Value
In 2024 Winthrop University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $15,343.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$61,372 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$15,343 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$58,712 4-Year In-State Tuition
$114,704 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,072 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$26,950 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$107,800 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Winthrop University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
40.96% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
54.32% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Winthrop University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Winthrop University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $13,670 | $26,240 | $15,311 |
| 2014 | $14,082 | $27,008 | $16,138 |
| 2015 | $14,456 | $27,704 | $15,760 |
| 2016 | $14,810 | $28,390 | $16,939 |
| 2017 | $15,220 | $29,136 | $17,274 |
| 2018 | $15,730 | $29,986 | $17,592 |
| 2019 | $15,806 | $30,136 | $19,047 |
| 2020 | $15,836 | $30,166 | $19,127 |
| 2021 | $15,846 | $30,176 | $17,033 |
| 2022 | $15,866 | $30,196 | $16,576 |
| 2023 | $15,956 | $30,286 | $16,353 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
79.25% Acceptance Rate
5,858 Total Applicants
4,397 Students Admitted
867 First-Time Students Enrolled
19.72% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1139
ACT Average: 23
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Winthrop University reported total enrollment of about 3,523 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 36% male and 64% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (48.7%), Black or African American (32.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (9.0%). About 40.96% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 28.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Winthrop University in 2024 is 3,523 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,459 students. Graduate enrollment is about 925 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
73.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 48.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
45.65% 100% Completion Time
56.98% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 45.65% of students graduating from Winthrop University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 45% male / 55% female
- Social Work: 9% male / 91% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 31% male / 69% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Winthrop University.
Return on Investment
$26,975 Median Student Debt
$47,185 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
57.17% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
668.84% Return on Investment
5.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Winthrop University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 54 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 235 completions
2. Social Work: 151 completions
3. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 67 completions
4. Psychology, General: 56 completions
5. Human Nutrition: 40 completions
6. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 37 completions
7. Education, General: 33 completions
8. Sociology, General: 29 completions
9. Special Education and Teaching, General: 28 completions
Most popular programs at Winthrop University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Winthrop University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Winthrop University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 63.9%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,923
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $9,121
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Winthrop University is a public institution located in Rock Hill, SC, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Enrollment is approximately 3,523 students. Student body composition includes White (48.7%), Black or African American (32.3%), Hispanic or Latino (9.0%). The admission rate is 79.25%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1139. The 150%-time completion rate is 56.98%. Approximately 40.96% of students receive Pell Grants. About 28.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Rock Hill, SC 29733
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 54 distinct degree programs, Winthrop University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Winthrop University located?
Winthrop University is located in Rock Hill, SC.
What is Winthrop University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Winthrop University is 79.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 5,858 applicants and 4,397 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Winthrop University cost?
Reported tuition is $14,678 and average net price is $15,343 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,072 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Winthrop University?
Winthrop University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,459 students, White (48.7%), Black or African American (32.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Winthrop University?
About 28.2% of students at Winthrop University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Winthrop University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Winthrop University reports midpoint SAT about 1139 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of Winthrop University earn?
Median earnings are $39,048 six years after entry and $47,185 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Winthrop University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 57.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Winthrop University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,975.
Is Winthrop University public or private?
Winthrop University is a public institution located in Rock Hill, SC.
Is Winthrop University an HBCU?
No. Winthrop University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Winthrop University a tribal college?
No. Winthrop University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- South Carolina college costs
- South Carolina colleges by ROI
- Rock Hill, South Carolina city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in South Carolina
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.