Applying for Study

We search for individuals who demonstrate strong academic ability and curiosity, personal integrity, and alignment with our mission. In addition to your academic transcripts, we consider leadership, community engagement and other out-of-the-classroom experiences. We are proudly test-optional.

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Tuition, Aid, and Your Warren Wilson Work Grant

100% of Warren Wilson College undergraduate students receive some form of financial aid, and we’re committed to providing valuable educational services to talented students, no matter what their financial situation looks like. Every residential student receives a grant through our Work Program that goes towards their tuition. We work hard to make an outstanding education accessible to all.

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Virtual Discovery Day! 

Our most recent Discovery Day has passed, but you can access videos of the event now. Watch for future live events happening soon.

Speak to some of our current students during a live student panel, and hear about what life is like as a student here. There are be lots of videos and sessions to dive into specific topics.

We're a "Best Buy"

The Fiske Guide to Colleges has named Warren Wilson one of the nation’s 20 “Best Buys” among private colleges and universities every year since 2005

Giving Back

Princeton Review recognizes Warren Wilson College #6 “Most Engaged in Community Service,” honoring the 55,000+ service hours our students give back each year.

Career Ready

We’re committed to getting you ready for your next step. It’s why Princeton Review recently recognized Warren Wilson as one of the colleges with Best Career Services.

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Plan a Visit

Have we piqued your curiosity? Come see us. Sign up to take a student-led tour and see what life on our campus is really like.

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