Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 975 and 1198 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 21
Popular programs at Gardner-Webb University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 96 | |
| 2 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 55 | |
| 3 | Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | 43 | |
| 4 | Criminal Justice and Corrections. | 43 | |
| 5 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 36 | |
| 6 | Psychology, General. | 27 | |
| 7 | Biology, General. | 24 | |
| 8 | Computer Science. | 22 | |
| 9 | Accounting and Related Services. | 22 | |
| 10 | Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | 21 | |
| 11 | Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | 17 | |
| 12 | Religion/Religious Studies. | 13 | |
| 13 | Communication and Media Studies. | 12 | |
| 14 | English Language and Literature, General. | 9 | |
| 15 | Health and Medical Administrative Services. | 9 | |
| 16 | International Business. | 9 | |
| 17 | Marketing. | 9 | |
| 18 | Journalism. | 8 | |
| 19 | Design and Applied Arts. | 7 | |
| 20 | Finance and Financial Management Services. | 6 |
Showing top 20 of 32 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Gardner-Webb University?
Gardner-Webb University has an acceptance rate of 77% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Gardner-Webb University?
Admitted students at Gardner-Webb University typically score between 975 and 1198 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Gardner-Webb University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Gardner-Webb University is approximately $17,674 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Gardner-Webb University?
4-year graduation rate data for Gardner-Webb University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
