Baldwin Wallace University is an independent, liberal arts and science university. It is situated in Berea, Ohio, United States. A Methodist businessman John Baldwin founded the University as an institution in 1845. BW is renowned because of its wide range of programs across the disciplines like education, business, neuroscience, and music. BW Conservatory owns the award for the country's largest Bach School Festival. Interestingly, WBWC radio channel at the campus is popular all over the Cleveland region.

Baldwin Wallace University Campus

Baldwin Wallace University Rankings

Baldwin Wallace University has been conferred the following rankings by various ranking agencies:

  • US News & World Report
    • #10 in Regional Universities Midwest
    • #7 in Best Colleges for Veterans
    • #6 in Best Undergraduate Teaching (tie)
    • #5 in Best Value Schools
    • #4 in Most Innovative Schools (tie)
    • #29 in Top Performers on Social Mobility (tie)
  • Times Higher Education: #401-500 in US Rankings 2023
  • Niche Rankings:
    • #34 of 122 Best Test Optional Colleges in America
    • #180 of 984 in Best Small Colleges in America

Highlights

Institution Type Private
Year Founded 1845
Total Enrollment 3,532
2018 Endowment 174.8 million USD
Median Starting Salary 45,600 USD
Acceptance rate 74%
Ranking 401-500
US Rankings 2023
Scores accepted SAT/ACT
Student-Faculty Ratio 11:1
Official Website bw.edu

Baldwin Wallace University Campus

  • A Campus spreading more than 100 acres
  • Baldwin Wallace has two academic locations. Berea is the primary site while BW Business College East is at Warrensville Heights.
  • BW enrolls about 3,050 full-time undergraduates, 800 adult learners at weekends and 830 graduates
  • The Student Government is divided into three groups i.e. EXECUTIVE BRANCH (mainly consists of the president, treasurer and assistant treasurer from the student body. They look after budgets of all Student-Government funded organizations), LEGISLATIVE BRANCH (they are consist of undergraduate senates who organizes elections and act as the voice for students to the institution), JUDICIAL BRANCH (they are justice department to resolve disputes)
  • There are more than a hundred organizations under broader labels like sports org, arts org, greek org, media org, cultural org etc. 
  • The BW campus has five fraternities, five sororities and several honoraries.
  • The important traditions at BW are April Reign, The Baldwin Wallace Bach Festival, Dance Marathon, Mid-Night Madness, The White Rose Ceremony and Homecoming. There are a few smaller festivals too
  • The University’s sports team competes at the NCAA Division III level and in the Ohio Athletic Conference. The major sports played here are Ruby, Racquetball, Running, Volleyball and Rowing. There are activities to participate in. 
  • A personal Radio Channel and TV channel operated by the University’s Media Organisation

Baldwin Wallace University Programs

  • There are more than 80 undergraduate courses to choose from like Music, Natural Science, Teaching, Computer etc. 
  • One may choose from a list of 50+ majors and uniquely knit his/her course. 
  • 64.8% Of the classes, of less than 20 students
  • Student Satisfaction on average is 81%
  • Business and related subjects are most opt for with 24% of students pursuing it. Next comes Visual and Performing Arts with 14% and then Health-related subjects with 13%.
  • Under Graduation and professional courses there are courses like Master of Arts in Education, Teacher licensure, MAED, MBA, MACC and few more.
  • BW faculty are scholars, former CEOs, health practitioners, politicians, artists, psychologists, scientists and composers.
  • BW offers student practical learning experience through internships, study abroad, research, service-learning, leadership etc
  •  STEM scholars program prepares students with a science background
  • Center for Innovation and Growth. Is for innovation and entrepreneurship. It provides professional networking and hands-on learning opportunities. 

Baldwin Wallace University Admissions

Students seeking admission at Baldwin Wallace University must know the following important points before making an application:

Application Portal: Undergraduate applicants can apply either online or through the Common Application.

While the graduate students can apply only via the online application portal.

, Fill out the official application at the website

Application fees: UG: Free; Graduate: 25 USD

Deadline: Rolling

Requirements: 

  • UG Admissions
    • Secondary school transcripts
    • SAT scores or equivalent ACT scores
    • Completed International Student Certification of Financial Support Form
    • Two Teacher recommendations
    • Secondary school report form
  • Graduate Admissions
    • UG Degree
    • Two letters of recommendation
    • Current resume
    • GRE scores or GMAT scores as per the program requirement
    • College transcripts

English language Requirements

  • Students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove proficiency in English language by providing one of the following certificates

Baldwin Wallace University Cost of Attendance

Types of Expenses Amount (USD)
Tuition 34,504
Housing and meals 11,946
Books and Supplies 1,728
Others 2000
Total 50,178
Estimated 52,000

Baldwin Wallace University Residence

  • More than 1700 students living on campus
  • 8 Halls and 3 BW apartments with single, double and even triple occupant facilities. 
  • A limited number of vacancy for graduate students with 9 or 12-month contract
  • Lounge, private showers, TV cable, Internet, Furniture (bed, closet, table, chair, desk, dressers etc), laundry, kitchen, Parking lot, refrigerator, stove etc

Baldwin Wallace University International Scholarships

International students are eligible for one of the following merit-based scholarships offered based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores. 

Scholarship Eligibility Amount
Fellow Scholarship GPA 3.40+
ACT 20-22
SAT1020-11120		 15,000 USD
Dean Scholarship GPA 3-3.39
ACT 23
SAT 1130-1230		 17,000 USD
Trustee Scholarship GPA 2.80-2.99
ACT 26-27
SAT 1240-1300		 19,000 USD
President Scholarship GPA 2.0-2.70
ACT 28+
SAT 1310+		 21,000 USD
  • There are lists of Special Awards that can be added to your Merit Scholarships. There are 7 of these awards offering 2,000 USD to 8,000 USD annually. 
  • In alternative to merit based scholarships there is a list of awards that a student can opt provided they fulfill the special criterias. They offer 12,000 USD to upto full tuition fees.But most International students will fail to fulfill such criteria.
  • The Financial Aid department maintains a list of external scholarship programs which are best suited to someone. One must contact them upon admission.
  • Additionally students can look for external scholarships offered to international students in the USA that are offered on various eligibility criteria.

Baldwin Wallace University Alumni Network

  • BW has more than 50,000 alumni members.
  • BW honors career success by Alumni Merit Awards or induction into BW’s Athletic Hall of Fame.
  • BW has a volunteer organization that plans events, raises funds for student scholarships and raises awareness.
  • BW offers free cultural or sports event tickets to alumni.
  • Good news such as promotion, childbirth, marriage etc is shared with blessings throughout the community. 
  • 20% discount for another UG course
  • Children and grandchildren are eligible for 2,000 USD of scholarship

Baldwin Wallace University Placement

  • Advanced Placement examination is recognized with merit with awards credit 
  • College Level Examination Program offers students with credits upon proving eligibility.The student may not receive credit for a subject examination
  • Career Management program is an active program to help students launch their careers
  • BW Handshake helps spot job and internship opportunities, career-related events etc
  • Yellow Jackets Career Connections Network allows students to reach out to alumni who are already established in a career field that encourages them.
  • On an average 90%, of BW students pursue a master’s or land job within a year