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Post University

Waterbury, Connecticut Β· City: MidsizeOfficial Website β†—

#1808
Nationally
#14
In Connecticut
$15,834
Annual Tuition
per year
35%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
19,575
Undergrad Enrollment
20,000+
Overall Score & Rankings
51/100
Good
#1808 nationally
#14 in Connecticut
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes35
πŸ’°Affordability60
🎯Selectivity50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth81

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Post University is a private for-profit four-year university located in Waterbury, Connecticut. The college enrolls approximately 19,575 undergraduate students. Annual tuition is $15,834, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $19,856 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 35%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$15,834/yr
Room & Board$13,960/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$29,994/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$15,834↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$19,856
$30,001 – $48,000$18,693
$48,001 – $75,000$19,414
$75,001 – $110,000$22,171
Over $110,000$20,884
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate35%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
19,575
Total Undergrads
73% F / 27% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 43%
Hispanic 7%
Black 37%
Asian 1%
Two or more 9%
International 0%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($15,834/yr) is well below the national average for private for-profit colleges
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 35% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This institution serves a broad range of students. Contact the admissions office to learn more about the student community and campus culture.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationWaterbury, Connecticut
SettingCity: Midsize
Size20,000+
Affordability Spotlight
$19,856
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#14
in Connecticut out of 7+ colleges
#1808
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.