Wabash College
Crawfordsville, Indiana
About Wabash College
A Legacy of Excellence and Innovation
Founded in 1832, Wabash College is a 4-year college serving students in Crawfordsville, Indiana. With a tradition of academic excellence, Wabash College prepares graduates for success in Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary Studies, Biology, and more.
A Diverse Community in Crawfordsville
Students come from across the country and around the world, creating a campus culture rich in perspectives and experiences. Campus housing options foster community and connection among students. With a 9:1 student-faculty ratio, professors know students by name and provide mentorship that extends beyond the classroom.
Commitment to Access and Affordability
Wabash College is committed to meeting full demonstrated financial need for admitted students. Families earning less than $30,000 per year typically pay $15,586, and those earning up to $48,000 contribute a portion of their income. This need-aware policy ensures that talent and drive matter more than bank accounts, opening doors for first-generation and low-income students.
Research That Shapes the World
Wabash College emphasizes hands-on learning, internships, and close faculty mentorship. Students gain practical experience through internships, research projects, and co-ops, preparing them for immediate career success or graduate study. The focus on undergraduate teaching means professors prioritize your growth and development.
Outcomes for Wabash College students
| Graduation rate (within 6 years) | 77% |
|---|---|
| Graduation rate (within 4 years) | 71% |
| First-year retention rate | 86% |
| Median earnings 8 years after enrolling | $57,515 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $69,952 |
| Median debt at graduation | $27,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Students at Wabash College
| Total enrollment | 866 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate students | 866 |
| International students | 6% |
What you can study at Wabash College
28 programs, most of them in these fields:
Foreign Languages (7)
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature, Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General, French Language and Literature, and more
Visual and Performing Arts (3)
Art/Art Studies, General, Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General, Music, General
Biological and Biomedical Sciences (2)
Biochemistry, Biology/Biological Sciences, General
English Language and Literature (2)
English Language and Literature, General, Rhetoric and Composition
Mathematics and Statistics (2)
Financial Mathematics, Mathematics, General
Multi Interdisciplinary Studies (2)
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
Philosophy and Religious Studies (2)
Philosophy, Religion/Religious Studies
Physical Sciences (2)
Chemistry, General, Physics, General
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