CWRU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 36.54%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1510. Excellent SAT scores, indicating highly competitive applicants and often placing them in the top percentiles nationally.
Tuition Overview:
- Tuition: $66,608
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at CWRU:
- Total Enrollment: 12,475, including 503 online students
- 6,528 Undergraduate, 5,947 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 48.1% men, 51.9% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 87%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 92%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 270 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 160 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
CWRU Overview
Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Cleveland, OH. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The CWRU's tuition & fees is $66,608 for the academic year 2024-2025. 84% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $40,215.
The school has a total enrollment of 12,475 and the students to faculty ratio is 9 to 1 (11.11%).
CWRU's acceptance rate is 36.54% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 11.95%. The median SAT score is 1510 and the ACT score is 34.
CWRU ranked 34th in National Universities and 1st in Ohio Colleges rankings. Case Western Reserve University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Case Western Reserve University is $66,608. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $53,980.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $68,596 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $55,606.
| Undergraduate | $66,608 |
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| Graduate | $53,980 |
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| Undergraduate | $68,596 |
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| Graduate | $55,606 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Case Western Reserve University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at CWRU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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