Walsh University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Walsh University is a private research university in North Canton, Ohio, enrolling about 1,390 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 70.74% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $59,764 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $35,745
- 2024 Average Net Price: $20,493 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 70.74% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,390 93.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 58.50%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 34.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 8.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1193
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,667
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,287
- Room & Board: $12,170 annual estimate
Walsh University: what the data shows
Common questions about Walsh University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Walsh University?
Walsh University is located in North Canton, OH (ZIP 44720-3396).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Walsh University public or private?
Walsh University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Walsh University cost?
Published tuition: $35,745.
Average net price after aid: $20,493.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $20,458 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,849 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $18,642 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,737 |
| $110,001+ | $20,373 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $142,980.
How hard is it to get into Walsh University?
Admission rate: 70.74%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1193 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Walsh University?
Total enrollment: 1,390 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,667 students.
Graduate enrollment: 669 students.
About 94% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Walsh University?
150%-time completion rate: 58.50%.
First-year retention: 72.4%.
What do graduates of Walsh University earn?
Median earnings: $50,090 six years after entry; $59,764 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
27.36% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Walsh University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (157 completions)
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other (54 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (37 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (37 completions)
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist (33 completions)
- Psychology, General (27 completions)
- Education, General (26 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (25 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (20 completions)
- Accounting (17 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Walsh University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 70.74%; completion rate 58.50%; median earnings $59,764 at 10 years; net price $20,493. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$35,745
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Walsh University was $35,745.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$20,493
2024 Value
In 2024 Walsh University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $20,493.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$81,972 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$20,493 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$142,980 4-Year Tuition
$12,170 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$790 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$48,705 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$194,820 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Walsh University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.36% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
52.21% 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 Walsh 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 Walsh 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 | $25,840 | $25,840 | $18,878 |
| 2014 | $26,650 | $26,650 | $19,547 |
| 2015 | $27,710 | $27,710 | $18,055 |
| 2016 | $28,720 | $28,720 | $18,756 |
| 2017 | $29,150 | $29,150 | $18,875 |
| 2018 | $29,980 | $29,980 | $19,307 |
| 2019 | $31,045 | $31,045 | $16,075 |
| 2020 | $31,725 | $31,725 | $16,276 |
| 2021 | $32,315 | $32,315 | $16,745 |
| 2022 | $33,235 | $33,235 | $18,494 |
| 2023 | $34,595 | $34,595 | $20,004 |
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
70.74% Acceptance Rate
2,287 Total Applicants
1,788 Students Admitted
337 First-Time Students Enrolled
18.85% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1193
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
Walsh University reported total enrollment of about 1,390 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 53% male and 47% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (54.8%), Race/ethnicity unknown (24.8%), and Non-Resident Alien (9.1%). About 27.36% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 34.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
93.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Walsh University in 2024 is 1,390 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,667 students. Graduate enrollment is about 669 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
72.4%
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 54.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
55.41% 100% Completion Time
58.50% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 55.41% of students graduating from Walsh University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 17% male / 83% female
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 44% male / 56% female
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 30% male / 70% 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 Walsh University.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$59,764 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
45.18% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
629.08% Return on Investment
4.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Walsh University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 48 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 157 completions
2. Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 54 completions
3. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 37 completions
4. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 37 completions
5. Occupational Therapy/Therapist: 33 completions
6. Psychology, General: 27 completions
7. Education, General: 26 completions
8. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 25 completions
9. Elementary Education and Teaching: 20 completions
Most popular programs at Walsh University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Walsh University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Walsh University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,760
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,346
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Walsh University is a private non-profit institution located in North Canton, OH, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, Exercise Science and Kinesiology. Enrollment is approximately 1,390 students. Student body composition includes White (54.8%), Race/ethnicity unknown (24.8%), Non-Resident Alien (9.1%). The admission rate is 70.74%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1193. The 150%-time completion rate is 58.50%. Approximately 27.36% of students receive Pell Grants. About 34.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
North Canton, OH 44720-3396
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Walsh University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Walsh University located?
Walsh University is located in North Canton, OH.
What is Walsh University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Walsh University is 70.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,287 applicants and 1,788 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Walsh University cost?
Reported tuition is $35,745 and average net price is $20,493 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,170 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Walsh University?
Walsh University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,667 students, White (54.8%), Race/ethnicity unknown (24.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Walsh University?
About 34.2% of students at Walsh University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Walsh University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Walsh University reports midpoint SAT about 1193 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of Walsh University earn?
Median earnings are $50,090 six years after entry and $59,764 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Walsh University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 58.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Walsh University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is Walsh University public or private?
Walsh University is a private nonprofit institution located in North Canton, OH.
Is Walsh University an HBCU?
No. Walsh University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Walsh University a tribal college?
No. Walsh 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
- Ohio college costs
- Ohio colleges by ROI
- North Canton, Ohio city profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Ohio
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.