The College of Wooster

What is the cost of studying for a year at The College of Wooster?

Wooster's published price is substantial, but the amount a student pays can differ considerably after grants and scholarships. For 2024-25, reported full-time undergraduate tuition was $61,120, with $520 in required fees. The reported tuition was the same for in-state and out-of-state students.

• Tuition and required fees: $64,210 for 2025-26.
• Reported typical room and board: $15,350 for an academic year.
• Reported books and supplies: $1,250 for an academic year.

Those listed amounts total $78,240 before transportation, personal expenses, and any costs specific to a student's circumstances. They are a planning illustration, not a personalized financial aid offer; applicants should use the college's current cost-of-attendance budget and aid estimate for the year they intend to enroll.

Grants can change the comparison substantially. In the reported aid data, all students in the measured group received some form of financial aid, and the average grant award reported for undergraduates was $42,995. Average net price also varied by family income: it was $14,032 for families earning $48,000 or less and $32,223 for families earning above $110,000. Those are group averages, not quoted prices for a new applicant. The reported share of students with loans was 45%; unlike grants, loans generally must be repaid.

Eligible students may receive institutional merit or need-based assistance, federal grants and loans, and applicable state or military education benefits. Aid eligibility and renewal conditions depend on the program. Comparing a written aid offer's grants, borrowing, work expectations, and remaining balance is more informative than comparing sticker prices alone.

What are the work-study opportunities at The College of Wooster?

Wooster students may seek part-time work while enrolled, but a campus job is not the same thing as a grant or an internship. Federal Work-Study, when included in an eligible student's aid offer, provides an opportunity to earn wages through approved employment; the award is not normally credited in full to a bill before the student works.

Students should check the college's student-employment postings and financial aid instructions for current positions, application steps, and Work-Study eligibility. A student without Federal Work-Study may still be able to apply for other campus jobs, subject to the employer's requirements and available openings.

For longer-term career planning, Wooster reports services including individual counseling, résumé help, interview preparation, job-search resources, employer events, and alumni networking. These services can help students pursue internships and employment, but access to career support is not an employment outcome or a job guarantee.