Edward Waters University
Jacksonville, Florida · Private · 1,087 undergraduates · ew.edu
Test policy (fall 2027)
Test required
Send an SAT or ACT score
Acceptance rate
85%
of applicants
Annual cost (2027-28)
$32,920Est.Estimate
before aid
Edward Waters University requires the SAT or ACT for students starting in fall 2027. Its acceptance rate is 85%. A year in 2027-28 is expected to cost about $32,920 before financial aid.
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Your chances and merit aid at Edward Waters University
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Your admission chances
85% of applicants admitted
No estimate
Estimated merit aid
No estimate
Your cost before merit aid
$32,920
a year in 2027-28, from a $32,920 sticker price
What to do with your 1200
Send your score
This college requires an SAT or ACT score.
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Named scholarships you may qualify for (3)
Up to $10,000 a year
You meet 3.25+ GPA. Also needs an application, essay or interview. · Application required
1 more award needs a higher GPA or score. See every tier
Reach, target and likely are a rough guide from your GPA, test score and how selective the college is. Admissions also weigh your courses, grades, essays and activities. Merit aid figures are estimates, before any need-based aid.
Admissions
Test policy for fall 2027
Test required
You must send an SAT or ACT score.
Source: Admissions | Edward Waters University · Checked November 3, 2026
Acceptance rate
85%
of applicants are admitted.
Cost and financial aid
The sticker price is what a year costs before any aid. Most students pay less after grants and scholarships.
Sticker price for 2027-28Estimate
$32,920
a year
- Tuition$18,410
What families pay after aid
What a year cost on average after grants and scholarships, for freshmen who got federal aid in 2023-24, by family income.
- $0 to $30,000$14,330
- $30,001 to $48,000$13,992
- $48,001 to $75,000$12,376
- $75,001 to $110,000Not reported
- Over $110,000Not reported
Financial aidEstimate
98%
of freshmen receive grants
$14,588
average grant to freshmen
Merit scholarships
Awards for grades and scores, on top of need-based aid. You don't repay them.
Merit Scholarship
Up to $5,000 a year
Automatic · No separate application
- 3.00+ GPA, cumulative GPA; amount 'up to $5,000'
To keep it: a 3.0 college GPA; it renews for up to 8 semesters.
DetailsFreshman Grant
Up to $2,000 for one year
Automatic · No separate application
- 2.50+ GPA, cumulative GPA
To keep it: it's a one-time award and doesn't renew.
DetailsHonors Scholarship
Up to $10,000 a year
Competitive · Application required
- 3.25+ GPA, essay required; cumulative GPA
To keep it: a 3.0 college GPA; it renews for up to 8 semesters.
DetailsPresidential Scholarship
Full tuition
Competitive · Application required
- 3.80+ GPA, essay required; cumulative GPA
To keep it: a 3.25 college GPA; it renews for up to 8 semesters.
Details
Florida programs for residents
Florida Bright Futures Scholarship
State program · In-state students
100% of tuition and applicable fees at public institutions; private: $212/semester credit hour at 4-year (2026-27 Private Award chart)
- 3.50+ GPA, 1330+ SAT or 29+ ACT, Florida Academic Scholars (FAS); 16 college-prep credits (4 Eng, 4 Math, 3 Sci, 3 Soc Sci, 2 World Lang); 100 volunteer or 100 paid work or 100 combined hours; FFAA by Aug 31 after graduation
- 3.00+ GPA, 1190+ SAT or 24+ ACT, Florida Medallion Scholars (FMS); 16 college-prep credits; 75 volunteer or 100 paid work or 100 combined hours; FFAA by Aug 31 after graduation
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After college
Graduate within 6 years
23%
Come back for a second year
54%
Typical earnings
$37,946
a year, 10 years after starting here
- Edward Waters University$47,870
- All colleges$57,826
Median yearly earnings of graduates five years after finishing a bachelor's in this major. 2 majors here have earnings data.
Common questions about Edward Waters University
Is Edward Waters University test optional for fall 2027?
No. Edward Waters University requires the SAT or ACT for students starting in fall 2027.
What is the acceptance rate at Edward Waters University?
The acceptance rate at Edward Waters University is 85%.
How much does Edward Waters University cost?
A year at Edward Waters University in 2027-28 is expected to cost about $32,920 before financial aid. After grants and scholarships, freshmen who got federal aid paid $13,748 a year on average.
Does Edward Waters University offer merit scholarships?
Yes. Edward Waters University offers 4 merit scholarships, including the Merit Scholarship, the Freshman Grant and the Honors Scholarship. Some are awarded automatically from your GPA and test scores.
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