Westminster College
Westminster College, founded on January 21, 1875, in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania, has a rich history deeply intertwined with its affiliation with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). As one of the earliest coeducational colleges in the nation, Westminster has remained true to its mission of promoting the spirit and values of Christianity while nurturing the intellectual, spiritual, and social development of individuals.
Renowned for its commitment to students' needs, Westminster has solidified its position as one of the nation's finest liberal arts colleges. The college has been recognized for its high graduation rate, earning a place in the U.S. News Best Colleges guide and appearing in "The Best 379 Colleges" by The Princeton Review.
Embracing diversity and traditions, Westminster is open to various religious perspectives and strives to express the relationship between its religious heritage and liberal arts values in today's evolving world. Upholding traditions such as the Faculty Gauntlet, the Rock, and the Duff-Armington Memorial Carillon, Westminster College continues to foster a community of excellence, civility, and inclusivity.
DETAILED INFORMATION:
- Founded: 1875
- Phone: +1 800-942-8033
- Cost: $20,258 / year
- Students: 1,064 Undergrads
- Address: 319 South Market Street New Wilmington, PA
- Website: https://www.westminster.edu/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westminsterpa
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westminsterpa/
- YouTube: https://shorturl.at/wFQ59
Ranking:
- Best Value Colleges in America: 261 of 1,482
- Best Colleges for Biology in America: 461 of 1,102
- Safest College Campuses in America: 776 of 1,306
