Post University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Post University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Post University is a large private university located on an urban campus in Waterbury, Connecticut. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 19,575, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 97%. The university offers 20 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 35%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for students are $15,834.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresRecommended
High school transcriptRecommended
High school rankNot required or recommended
Letter of recommendationRecommended
High school GPARequired
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Recommended
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
22k
Students enrolled
96%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
43%
Unknown
2%
Black
35%
Hispanic
7%
Two or more races
10%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
87% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
58
Total Online Enrollment
20,908
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.96% online, 4% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
3% On-campus
97% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates75% online
Associate100% online
Bachelor's95% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's100% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $15,834 | $15,834 |
| Graduate | $6,854 | $6,854 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $12,760 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,500 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $8,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,500 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,500 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $32,294 | $32,294 |
| Off-campus without family | $27,534 | $27,534 |
| Off-campus with family | $19,534 | $19,534 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
87%
State Grant Aid
0%
Institution Grant Aid
18%
Pell Grant
87%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$30k
Average student debtafter graduation
$40k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 10 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 11 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 12 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 13 | Psychology. | |||
| 14 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. |
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