Wilson College

What Wilson College does

Wilson College is a private nonprofit liberal arts college founded in 1869 and headquartered in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. It serves approximately 2,081 students (Fall 2025 census, the highest in its history) across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels, with 53% enrollment growth over the past three years. The institution is governed by an independent Board of Trustees, holds Middle States Commission on Higher Education accreditation, and maintains a $44M+ endowment.

Core academic offerings include traditional liberal arts and sciences undergraduate programs, distinctive equine studies and equine-facilitated therapeutics, a CNEA-accredited nursing portfolio (BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN) with an 87.10% NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate, and graduate/doctoral programs in occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology. Since 2020, Wilson has partnered with the Rize Education consortium to deliver Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Supply Chain Management, and related concentrations, and offers a Google-backed computer science program. The technology stack comprises Canvas LMS, the my.wilson.edu student portal, Zoom-enabled virtual information sessions, and Google Analytics for web analytics. Differentiated support services include the Single Parent Scholar Program (free childcare plus on-campus housing for student parents), Sarah's Cupboard food pantry, and the Aunt Sarah/Uncle Wilson alumnae mentorship program.

Wilson operates a sales-led enrollment model through admissions counselors, campus visits (in-person and virtual), and information sessions distributed via website, social media, and alumni referral networks. Revenue is generated primarily through tuition and fees, supplemented by philanthropic donations (including the $21.7M We Rise capital campaign completed in 2025), institutional grants (e.g., the John H. Shook Foundation nursing scholarships), and auxiliary services (housing and dining). 98% of students receive financial aid. Distribution spans the main Chambersburg campus, a satellite campus opened in King of Prussia, PA in February 2026, and Wilson College Online. In February 2026 the college also began a $3.6M residence hall expansion adding 21 beds.

Name

Wilson College

Legal name

Wilson College

Website

https://wilson.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1869

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Wilson College is a private nonprofit liberal arts college in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, serving approximately 2,081 students through undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in nursing, healthcare professions, sciences, and humanities, delivered on-campus, online, and via a new King of Prussia satellite campus.

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Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Secular/Nonsectarian Liberal Arts Colleges (EDAHACAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Residential Liberal Arts Colleges (EDAHACAH)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Liberal arts college
• Nursing degree programs
• Graduate healthcare education
• Online degree programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Chambersburg

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Primary revenue stream from undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Tuition varies by program (on-campus vs. online) and student residency status. Includes fees for various programs including nursing, equestrian studies, and specialized tracks.
2. Philanthropic Donations: Alumni and community donations through the Wilson Fund, capital campaigns (We Rise campaign raised over $21.7 million), and endowed gifts. Includes donations for specific initiatives like the residence hall expansion ($3.6 million campaign).
3. Campus Housing and Dining: Revenue from student housing (residence halls and apartment-style living) and campus dining services.
4. Grants and Foundations: Institutional grants such as the John H. Shook Foundation grant for nursing scholarships, supporting healthcare education programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Wilson College is a private liberal arts college offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs in liberal arts, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, education, computer science, cybersecurity, and supply chain management. Programs are delivered on-campus at Chambersburg and King of Prussia, online, and through a hybrid Rize Education consortium, supported by residential housing, dining, an equestrian center, library, and student support services such as the Single Parent Scholar Program.

Product overview

Wilson College is a higher education institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of academic programs across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels, delivered through on-campus, online, and hybrid modalities. The institution's core offerings include traditional undergraduate degree programs in liberal arts and professional fields, graduate programs in nursing (with multiple pathways), education (including teacher certification), healthcare professions (occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology), and technology (computer science, cybersecurity, supply chain management) through a partnership with Rize Education. Programs are offered at the main Chambersburg, PA campus, a satellite campus in King of Prussia, PA, and through Wilson College Online. The college also provides support services including the Single Parent Scholar Program, on-campus food pantry (Sarah's Cupboard), equestrian center, library and archival services, and various alumni engagement programs.

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Products and services

• Traditional Undergraduate Programs On-campus undergraduate degree programs across multiple disciplines including equine studies, biology, political science, chemistry, and more, offered at Wilson College's Chambersburg campus.
• Graduate Degree Programs Graduate-level degree programs including master's degrees in nursing, humanities, fine arts, education, educational technology, organizational leadership, special education, and mass customized learning, as well as doctoral programs in occupational therapy and physical therapy.
• Wilson College Online Online degree programs allowing students to pursue undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees remotely. Includes online RN-to-BSN, RN-to-MSN, Master of Science in Nursing, and other online program offerings.
• Nursing Programs Accredited nursing programs including Pre-licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to BSN, Registered Nurse (RN) to BSN, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and RN-to-MSN pathways. The program has CNEA accreditation and NCLEX-RN pass rate of 87.10% for first-time test takers in the 24-25 reporting year.
• Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Professional doctoral program preparing students for careers in occupational therapy, offered both on-campus and through articulation agreements with partner institutions.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Accelerated hybrid doctoral program in physical therapy preparing students for the physical therapy profession.
• Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology Graduate program preparing students for careers as speech-language pathologists, offered through Wilson College Online.
• Teacher Certification Pathways (TCP) Programs for individuals with bachelor's degrees to obtain Pennsylvania teacher certification, including Teacher Online Pathway (TOP), World Language Pathway, and Foreign Language Intern Pathway (FLIP). Offers certifications in early childhood, middle level, secondary, Spanish, special education, and other areas.
• Rize Education Partnership Programs Degree programs delivered through partnership with Rize Education consortium, including Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Supply Chain Management, Integrative Neuroscience, Graphic Design, and Web Design. Students take specialized courses online through the consortium while completing liberal arts coursework with Wilson faculty.
• Single Parent Scholar Program Program established in 1996 providing student parents the opportunity to pursue a bachelor's degree while living on campus with their children. Includes free childcare and housing support.

Quantifiable outcome

• NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate of 87.10%
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and supporting.

• Shippensburg University of PennsylvaniacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 March 2026Wilson College and Shippensburg University unveiled a new 4+2 Enrollment Articulation Agreement for occupational therapy. Students complete a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Shippensburg before matriculating into Wilson's Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. This partnership addresses growing demand for occupational therapy professionals by creating a clear, efficient pathway.
• Rize EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Since 2020, Wilson College has partnered with Rize Education to strategically add degree programs in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Supply Chain Management, and concentrations in Integrative Neuroscience, Graphic Design, and Web Design. The partnership uses a hybrid model where students take specialized courses online through the consortium while completing liberal arts coursework in-person with Wilson faculty. Wilson is a member of the Lower Cost Model Consortium (LCMC) gaining access to specialized hiring expertise in rapidly evolving fields.
• Clinical Partners (Keystone Health, Wellspan, UPMC, Fulton County Medical Center, SpiriTrust, Select Specialty, Geisinger, South Mountain, Quincy Village, First Start, Hershey Medical Center)coreOthersHealthcare systems providing clinical rotation sites for Wilson's nursing programs. Partners include major regional healthcare providers offering students hands-on clinical experience in diverse healthcare settings.
• The Common Application and College BoardminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEducation partners used as part of application packages for prospective students, facilitating enrollment process.
• Explore Franklin County PAsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional tourism organization partnering on drone light show event to promote Wilson College and Franklin County community.
• F&M TrustsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal financial institution partnering on drone light show event supporting Wilson College's community engagement initiatives.
• Chincoteague Bay Field StationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerField station in Wallops Island, Virginia where Wilson's Marine Biology students complete required field trips. An alumna Katie Riley '24 now serves as assistant program coordinator, demonstrating successful program-to-employment pathway.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Messiah University: Messiah University is a private Christian university in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, with approximately 3,500 students. It is comparable to Wilson College in central Pennsylvania geography, private nonprofit status, and portfolio of liberal arts, pre-professional, and graduate health and education programs.
• Alvernia University: Alvernia University is a private Catholic university in Reading, Pennsylvania, with approximately 3,000 students. It is a peer of Wilson College due to similar Pennsylvania geography, comparable scale, private nonprofit status, and growing emphasis on healthcare and graduate professional programs.
• Hood College: Hood College is a private liberal arts college in Frederick, Maryland, with approximately 1,500 students. It is comparable to Wilson College in size, mission as a private liberal arts institution with graduate and doctoral programs, and similar historical roots as a women's college that later expanded coeducational offerings.
• Chestnut Hill College: Chestnut Hill College is a small private Catholic college in Philadelphia with approximately 2,000 students. It is a peer to Wilson College based on similar enrollment scale, private nonprofit status, historical identity as a women's college, and a portfolio that includes undergraduate and graduate programs with healthcare emphases.
• Dickinson College: Dickinson College is a private liberal arts college in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, with roughly 2,400 students. It is a strong peer match for Wilson College due to its similar size, central Pennsylvania location, private nonprofit structure, and focus on liberal arts combined with pre-professional programs.
• Gettysburg College: Gettysburg College is a private liberal arts college in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, with approximately 2,400 students. It is a closely comparable peer to Wilson College given its similar size, Pennsylvania location, private nonprofit status, and traditional liberal arts mission with growing graduate and pre-professional offerings.
• Juniata College: Juniata College is a private liberal arts college in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, with around 1,500 students. It is a relevant peer for Wilson College based on comparable size, central Pennsylvania location, private nonprofit status, and traditional liberal arts mission with emphasis on individualized student experience.
• Lebanon Valley College: Lebanon Valley College is a private college in Annville, Pennsylvania, with approximately 1,800 students. It is comparable to Wilson College in scale, central Pennsylvania geography, private nonprofit structure, and portfolio of liberal arts, pre-professional, and graduate health science programs.
• Franklin & Marshall College: Franklin & Marshall College is a private liberal arts college in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with approximately 2,300 students. It is comparable to Wilson College in scale, geography (south-central PA), and mission as a residential private liberal arts institution with growing graduate and professional programs.

Others

• Rize Education: Rize Education is a higher education consortium that provides specialized online curricula in computer science, cybersecurity, and related fields to partner colleges including Wilson. It is included as a peer because it is a key enabling partner shaping Wilson's STEM program offerings, rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/wilsoncollegepa
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/wilsoncollege
• Facebookfacebook.com/17597444959
• Instagraminstagram.com/wilsoncollegepa
• TikToktiktok.com/@wilsoncollegepa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wilson-college

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Profiles13 records

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