Edward Waters College (EWC) is a historically Black college located in Jacksonville, Florida. Founded in 1866, it is considered Florida’s first independent college and is part of the International Association of Baptist Colleges and Universities. Today, EWC is known for delivering a blend of traditional and innovative programs to a broad and diverse student population. The school embraces its past, yet is focused on the future, offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in areas such as business, education, healthcare, science, technology, and more. Through small classes, personalized instruction, and strong career preparation, EWC promotes learning, problem-solving, creativity, and community involvement, ensuring that its graduates are well-equipped to face and overcome the challenges of the modern world.
- Address: 1658 Kings Rd, Jacksonville, FL 00003-2209
- Phone: (904) 470-8000
- Website: www.ewc.edu/
- Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year
- Student Population: 2,273
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 17 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $25
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| Tuition and Fees | $14,878 |
| Books and Supplies | $- |
| Room & Board | $8,992 |
| Other | $4,276 |
| Total Cost | $28,146 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 57%
- SAT Range: 820 – 990
- ACT Range: 14 – 18
Majors
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Psychology, General
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: #N/A
- Part-time: #N/A
Student Gender
- Male: 49%
- Female: 51%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 3%
- Black or African American: 60%
- Hispanic / Latino: 9%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 18%
- Two or More Races: 7%
- Unknown: 3%
- Non-resident Alien: 0%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: #N/A
- 25 and Over: #N/A
- Age Unknown: #N/A
Student Residence
- In-State: 83%
- Out-of-State: 17%
- Unknown: 0%