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How to Slay the Final Days of Fall Semester
From events to help you de-stress, to tips for self-care, we’ve got your end-of-semester survival guide.
Construction Management Builds Careers and Community from the Ground Up
As the newest major in the School of Engineering, Widener’s construction management program lays the groundwork for student success with mentorships, site visits and a close-knit community that builds career paths and lifelong networks.
Widener Announces $10 Million Gift, Unveils the Jack & Nancy Dwyer School of Nursing
Jack ’78 and Nancy Dwyer’s gift -- the biggest in Widener’s history -- will rename the nursing program and advance its mission of graduating nurse leaders.
Named a 2025 National College of Distinction
95% of the undergrad Class of 2024 achieved career goals within 6 months of graduation
Nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report
Network of 65,000+ alumni around the world
66% of students complete a co-op or internship—14% higher than the national average
8-month paid co-op experience — still graduate in 4 years
50+ graduate programs, including top-ranked master‘s & doctoral degrees
Widener manages $8-10 million in annual research grant funding
Named a College of Distinction for Career Preparation
$70,300 early career salary for undergrads
95% of the Class of 2024 achieved career goals within 6 months of graduation
$113,000 median mid-career salary for undergrads
87% of undergrad students live on campus their first year
80+ student clubs & organizations
79% participate in civic engagement—27% higher than the national average
300+ annual campus events
Nearly 100% of undergraduates receive financial aid
Widener offers $50 million in scholarships and grants annually
ROTC student scholarships cover up to 100% of tuition
Transfer scholarships start at $20,000 per year for undergrads
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We take great pride in being a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive community that values and celebrates every individual regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual identity, socioeconomic status, veteran's status, ability, religion, or political affiliation.