Top 5 Reasons to Explore The College of Wooster

Why Wooster?

At Wooster, you'll find a community that celebrates diversity and individuality. It’s a place where you can be yourself, explore your passions, and prepare for whatever comes next—whether that’s grad school, a career, or your own unique path.

You’ll find a supportive community and an environment that helps you discover your purpose while building skills and confidence for the future.

Ready to see if Wooster is the right fit? Schedule a visit and see for yourself how it could be the foundation for everything you want to achieve!

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96%

Graduated Students Employed or in Graduate School

At Wooster, you'll have the support you need for internships and success far beyond the classroom.

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Princeton Review's "Best Schools for Making an Impact"

Wooster made an appearance on the list in the private college sector. If you choose to be a Scot, you're choosing to see ROI.

The Number of Countries Our Students Represent

The fact that 15% of our student body is international gives you the opportunity to enhance your global knowledge.

You'll be part of a vibrant community

Our diverse and international campus is welcoming, inclusive, and globally aware. No matter your interests, you'll be able to pursue your passions both inside and outside of the classroom.

Wooster is in step with the Ivies

U.S. News asks college presidents which schools provide the best undergraduate research and senior capstone experiences. Since 2002, only two have made both lists each year: Wooster and Princeton.

Wooster is an investment

The Princeton Review recognizes Wooster as one of the best for academics, affordability, and career prospects, making it one of the schools listed in "The Best Value Colleges: Schools with Exceptional ROI for Your Tuition Investment."

The world comes to Wooster

At Wooster, you have the opportunity to study, live, and learn from a diverse student body. About 14% of our student body is international, giving you the opportunity to enhance your worldview.

You'll be prepared to build the world

You could be part of the 96% of graduates who are employed or in graduate school six months from graduation. In fact, 94% of students who go on to grad school are accepted to their first choice graduate school.

There have been many learning opportunities for me while interacting with people from all over the world on campus every single day. The people I have met at Wooster brought so much joy to my life, and I genuinely feel my life is way richer than ever before.

Nachi Goto '25
Global Media & Digital Studies, Sociology

Being part of the Wooster community means I have multiple places on campus that I can be truly and fully myself, and there is always a group I can find community in. It’s such a special feeling to be surrounded by people who accept you for who you are.

Liam Walker '24
Business Economics

I love the ability for students to connect across language barriers, different experiences, and so much more. The common goals of having a valuable education and creating long-lasting connections transcends many differences and holds a lot of us together.