CHAMBERSBURG – Wilson College has reached its highest-ever enrollment for the start of a fall semester with 1,877 students enrolled across all programs. This reflects a 10 percent increase over Fall 2024 enrollment and a growth of 38 percent over the last three years since the college’s lowest post-pandemic enrollment, marking a historic milestone in Wilson’s history.
This achievement represents growth in first-time-in-college students, Wilson College Online, dual enrollment high school students and continued success in the Teacher Certification Program. These gains reflect Wilson’s commitment to access, affordability and retention, even as colleges and universities nationwide face enrollment challenges.
“The future is truly bright at Wilson, and this historic moment is a testament to the hard work and innovation of our entire community,” said President Wesley R. Fugate, Ph.D. “We expect our enrollment to continue to expand with the inaugural class of our doctor of occupational therapy program beginning classes in January 2026 and new speech language and physical therapy programs expected to start in 2027.”
While the official census will be finalized after the final add/drop period, early indicators suggest continued growth across multiple student populations. New undergraduate academic programs in computer science and cybersecurity exceeded expectations in their inaugural year. Programs in veterinary nursing, pre-vet and the bachelor’s of science in nursing’s pre-licensure program demonstrated strong recovery, steadily returning to pre-pandemic levels. The college also welcomed more student-athletes, including competitive equestrian riders and participants in Wilson’s Division III NCAA programs.
To assist with student success and retention, Wilson also hired a dean of student success and restructured its Academic Success Center. Beginning with the Fall 2025 semester, every student is now assigned a student success coach for personalized guidance and a personal librarian, further enhancing the college’s already robust academic support services.
