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Walsh University

#524 in US ranking North Canton, OH
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$47,886
Tuition & fees
$36,900
Avg. aid
$21,615
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
71%
SAT range
1040–1280
ACT range
20–27

Outcomes

Graduation rate
58%
Median salary
$50,091
1 yr after graduation

What does Walsh University offer in terms of athletics?

Walsh University's Cavaliers compete in NCAA Division II athletics and the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. Prospective athletes should rely on the university's current team roster and recruiting information rather than an undifferentiated list of sports activities.

Representative varsity sports include basketball, soccer, baseball, softball, football, volleyball, cross-country, and track and field. Other opportunities, such as recreational sports or fitness activities, should not be confused with a varsity team; availability can change with facilities and student interest. NCAA eligibility, team selection, and any athletics-related financial aid involve separate requirements and should not be inferred from admission to the university.

What student groups and Associations are available at Walsh University?

Students can participate in Walsh organizations focused on campus governance, academic interests, service, faith, and the arts. Student Government and the University Programming Board offer different ways to influence campus life: one centers on representation, while the other helps organize activities.

Examples of reported academic-interest groups include the Business and Communication Club, Behavioral Science Club, and Education Club. Walsh also reports opportunities connected with theater, choral music, student media, and a campus newspaper. Club names and activity levels can change, so a current student-organization directory and the activities schedule are more useful than an older list when deciding how to get involved.

Who studies at Walsh University?

Walsh enrolled 2,192 students in the reported institutional count. The population includes traditional-age undergraduates as well as older students, transfer students, and graduate students; it should not be pictured solely as a residential first-year class.

Reported first-time, degree-seeking undergraduate enrollment was 379, alongside 163 incoming transfer students. About 78% of students were Ohio residents, while 15% came from other U.S. states and 7% from foreign countries. The age counts show substantial enrollment beyond the usual undergraduate years, including students in their late twenties and older.

The reported student-to-faculty ratio is 14 to 1. That institution-wide ratio does not predict the size of a particular lecture, lab, or clinical group. Students comparing programs should ask about course availability, advising, and the teaching arrangements in their intended major.

How does student life look like at Walsh University?

Walsh's campus experience combines a suburban residential setting with opportunities for students who commute or balance study with work. Organized events, student groups, recreation, and faith-related activities provide ways to connect, but a student's day-to-day schedule will depend heavily on their program and whether they live on campus.

The university reports a health clinic and personal or psychological counseling services. Those supports are distinct from academic advising and career counseling; students who need a particular service should check its hours, appointment process, and eligibility. First-year orientation and early contact with an adviser are especially useful for understanding course sequences and finding campus resources before a schedule becomes crowded.

What libraries are available to students at Walsh University?

The Brother Edmond Drouin Library is Walsh University's main campus library. It provides a central place for studying and accessing research materials, including electronic resources that students may need beyond the physical collection.

For a research assignment, students should find out how to access databases and journals remotely, obtain research assistance, and request materials the library does not own. They should also check current opening hours before planning late-night work: the reported library information does not identify a study area routinely open 24 hours a day. Access to a particular study space or service may vary by term.

Walsh University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

2192

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

378

Member of Athletic Associations

NCAA

Total staff

90 full time, 133 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Walsh University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 1,523
Graduate: 669

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 1,658
Part-time: 534

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 175
Men: 203

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 37
Black or African American: 68
White: 761
Asian: 14
Two or more races: 39
Unknown: 344

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Walsh University Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NCAA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

MenMenMen

Basketball

BothBothBoth

Bowling

MenMen–

Cheerleading

Women––

Cross-country running

BothBothBoth

Football

MenMenMen

Golf

BothBothBoth

Lacrosse

BothBothBoth

Skiing (downhill)

–Both–

Soccer

BothBothBoth

Softball

WomenWomenWomen

Table tennis

–Both–

Tennis

BothBothBoth

Track and field

BothBothBoth

Ultimate Frisbee

–Both–

Volleyball

WomenWomenWomen

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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