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Wagner College

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Wagner College: the applicant's brief

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  1. The short answer

    Wagner College is a private college in Staten Island, New York, in the United States, with programmes across multiple degree levels. It suits students who want a small college setting and are looking at nursing, business, or theatre, rather than a broad liberal arts catalogue.

  2. What you can study

    Wagner College offers academic programmes in nursing and business, and its theatre programme has been ranked #2 in The Princeton Review's 2025 rankings. It also lists study options across diploma, bachelor's, master's, and doctorate levels, but the full programme catalogue is limited; some liberal arts programmes were discontinued in 2026, so check the current official programme list before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the college's official admissions process and confirm the current entry requirements, document list, and deadlines on the university website. Because programme availability has changed, it is important to check whether the specific subject you want is still open before submitting an application.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current tuition with its admissions office. Living costs in Staten Island and the wider New York area should also be budgeted separately, including housing, transport, food, and personal expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published. Before applying, confirm the programme's language requirements, visa documents, whether your intended subject is still available, and what health insurance or proof of funds the university expects from students arriving from abroad.

  6. How it compares

    Among the 2,515 universities in the United States, Wagner College is a smaller private college with a narrower academic offer than large comprehensive universities. Its clearest points of difference are the theatre ranking, the presence of nursing and business, and the recent shift away from several liberal arts subjects.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Wagner College

What type of institution is Wagner College?

It is a private college in Staten Island, New York, United States.

What degree levels does Wagner College offer?

It offers diploma, bachelor's degree, master's degree, and PhD/doctorate study.

What subjects are specifically mentioned at Wagner College?

Nursing, business, and theatre are specifically mentioned.

Is Wagner College accredited?

Yes. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Overview

Wagner College is a private college in Staten Island, New York, United States. It was established in 1883 and, as of the 2023–2024 academic year, it enrolled approximately 1,932 students, including 1,592 undergraduates and 340 graduates. Its theatre program was ranked #2 in The Princeton Review's 2025 rankings. Additionally, Wagner offers academic programs in nursing and business. Due to declining enrollment and financial distress, Wagner College since 2026 stopped offering more than a dozen liberal arts programs including programs in English, history, mathematics, music and visual arts while trying to introduce professionally based programs. The institution is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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