Wilson College

1015 Philadelphia Avenue
Chambersburg, PA 17201
http://www.wilson.edu

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Overview
TypePrivate institution
Year Founded1869
Religious AffiliationPresbyterian
Undergrad Students732
Endowment44,334,482
Application DeadlineRolling
Application Fee35
SelectivitySelective
Application DeadlineRolling
Tuition21,830
Room/Board7,916
Services
Associated FirmsCitifinancial, Chambersburg School District, Letterkenny, Wilson College, Local banks and Vet clinics
Campus Safety24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc)
Career Serviceson-campus job interviews, internships, resume assistance, career/job search classes, alumni network, interest inventory, interview training, other
MuseumsNatural Science Museum, Veterinary Medical Technology Center, Equestrian Center
Basic Servicesnonremedial tutoring, women's center, placement service, day care, health service, health insurance, other
MuseumsNatural Science Museum, Veterinary Medical Technology Center, Equestrian Center
Periodical Subs253
# of Books179,202
Graduate Job Placement Statistics
within 6 months61%
within one yearN/A
within two yearsN/A
Campus Life
Students in fraternities0%
Students in sororities0%
Campus Size300 acres
College housing offeredYes
Students in college housing41%
College housing typeswomen's dorms (87%), other housing options (13%)
Popular EventsMuhibbah International Club Dinner, Orchesis, Orr Forum, Arts Day, White Dinner, Spring Fling, Academic Awards Banquet, Dean's List Reception, Sarah Wilson (Founder's) Week
Nearest AirportHarrisburg, PA (52), Baltimore, MD (100)
Nearest TrainHarrisburg, PA (52)
Army ROTCNot offered
Navy ROTCNot offered
Extracurricular
Students activitieschoral groups, dance, drama/theater, literary magazine, music ensembles, student government, student newspaper, yearbook
Number of Organizations24
# of fraternities0
# of sororities0
Students in fraternities0%
Students in sororities0%
Student Papers(Appears as submitted by school) Billboard (monthly)
Honor SocietiesPhi Beta Kappa
Religious Organizations(Appears as submitted by school) Wilson College is committed to religious diversity and spiritual development and has a covenant relationship with the Presbyterian church (USA. ) and has the presence of a full-time chaplain.
International Organizations(Appears as submitted by school) Black Student Union, Muhibbah International Club, Spanish Club
Other Organizations(Appears as submitted by school) Allies, Student Athletic Advisory Council, Billboard, Black Student Union, Bottom Shelf Review, Business Club, Candle Club, Campus Activities Board, Dressage Team, Education Club, Environmental Club, Kittochiny Players, Mounted Drill Team, Muhibbah Club, Orchesis, Spanish Club, Western Riding Club, Wilson College Goverment Association, Vmt Club, Eventing Club, Sife Club, Children Of Wilson Club, Choir, Conococheague Yearbook, Hunt Seat Equitation