Frequently Asked Questions

Can you tell me more about Wilmington College and Wilmington College Cincinnati?

Wilmington College was founded in 1870 by the members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). The affiliation continues today. In August 1870, a group of Quakers in Wilmington, Ohio, purchased an unfinished building and adjacent land at an auction for $11,334 that became Wilmington College. The first Wilmington College Cincinnati branch was established in Sharonville in 1986 to serve adult and professional students. Majors include Accounting, Business Administration (with concentrations in business analysis, finance, and management), Education Studies, Liberal Studies, Multimedia Studies, Strategic Human Resources Management, and Strategic Organizational Leadership. To accommodate the schedules of adult learners, classes meet once a week and are offered in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats. All services, including admissions, academic advising, transfer evaluations, registration,  and financial aid counseling are offered at the Cincinnati branch.

Do you offer transcript evaluations?

Yes. We can complete a transcript evaluation at no charge, prior to enrolling, to see how credits will transfer into a specific program and how many classes will remain to complete the degree.

What payment options do you have?

Students can make a single payment. Students can also choose one of the following options:

Promissory Note: Students can pay their tuition in three installments for the semester. No interest is charged if installment payments are paid by the due dates.

Employer Deferred Payment Plan (EDpay): If a student is eligible for tuition reimbursement, the EDpay plan allows students to defer the tuition payment for up to 40 days after the last day of the semester during which a student completes classes. No interest is charged during the current enrolled semester.

Financial Aid: Visit with our financial aid counselor to learn about using financial aid at Wilmington College. Learn more about financial aid and scholarships.

Is parking free?

Yes! As a Wilmington College Cincinnati student you will receive a parking pass that will be activated each semester at no charge.

Can I enroll if I am an international student?

Yes. Wilmington College Cincinnati has two certified DSOs (Designated School Officials) onsite to guide you through the international student application process and assist you in earning your degree.

Is Wilmington College accredited?

Yes. Wilmington College is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. This is the same agency that accredits other colleges and universities in Cincinnati like the University of Cincinnati, Mount Saint Joseph University, and Cincinnati State.

What fees do I have to pay in addition to tuition?

The Graduation Fee is the only fee Wilmington College Cincinnati students pay. It is charged during a student’s graduation semester.

Why do students choose Wilmington College over another college?

Wilmington College Cincinnati is the college of choice for adult learners because of our flexible evening schedule, affordable per credit hour rate, ability to earn multiple majors simultaneously, and the personal attention received from advisors, staff, and faculty from enrollment to graduation.

Do you offer summer classes?

Yes. We offer classes year round in the fall, spring and summer.

Do you have to be enrolled as a full – time (12 credit hours) to receive financial aid?

No, you do not have to be enrolled as a full-time student to receive financial aid. Depending on your Free Application for Federal Student (FAFSA) form, students may be eligible for grants with one class. Student loans require students to be enrolled in at least six credit hours to be eligible.

Do you have scholarships available?

Yes, we have scholarships available for students who have earned an associate’s degree from a regionally accredited college. Ask us about it!