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What’s Happening at Widener
Dual Discovery: Engineering Research Unlocks Potential for Alzheimer’s Treatment and One Student’s Purpose
The trajectory of Alzheimer’s disease treatment stands to be altered thanks to an engineering faculty-student research team. For one student researcher, the discovery helped her find her calling.
Widener Student Athlete Crowned National Triple Jump Champion
Matayo McGraw ’27 hopped, stepped, and jumped his way to the title at the NCAA Division III Outdoor Track and Field Championship, besting a field of 20 competitors.
Named a 2024 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
1-year 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
$67,800 median starting salary for undergrads
96% of the Class of 2023 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
Our Commitment to You
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.