OH Private Nonprofit 4-year Clery Act 2026 data

Wittenberg University — Campus Safety & Crime Statistics

SPRINGFIELD, OH · 1,333 enrolled students. Clery Act data 2021–2023 · 51 total on-campus incidents. Safety score 21.76 per 1,000 students · national rank #3018.

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Clery Act category mix · 2023 reporting year · per 1,333 enrolled

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Clery Act category mix · 2023 reporting year · per 1,333 enrolled

Wittenberg University is a Private Nonprofit institution located in SPRINGFIELD, OH, enrolling approximately 1,333 students. Clery Act data spanning 2021–2023 records 51 total on-campus incidents across all reported crime categories. With a safety score of 21.76 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students, the institution ranks #3018 nationally and #114 within OH.

Wittenberg University reports Clery Act campus safety data across 3 years , accumulating 51 total on-campus incidents across 11 distinct crime categories. Its safety score of 21.76 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students places it at national rank #3018 and #114 within OH out of 5,600+ institutions surveyed by the US Department of Education's OPE Campus Safety and Security Survey. With 1,333 enrolled students, this campus sits in the small college bracket, which shapes how raw incident counts should be interpreted.

The most frequently reported category at Wittenberg University is "burglary" with 23 cumulative incidents across the reporting window. Year-over-year, on-campus incident volume is rising — moving from 16 in 2021 to 20 in 2023. Compared to 5 peer institutions of similar enrollment size in OH averaging 2.10 incidents per 1,000 students, Wittenberg University reports 936% more incidents per student.

Fire safety data covers 167 reporting years for on-campus residential facilities, logging 4 total fires. Arrests and disciplinary actions span 9 category-year records, covering liquor law violations, drug law violations, and weapons possession on-campus. No Department of Education Clery Act enforcement actions are recorded against this institution. Safety scores should always be read alongside enrollment size, campus geography, and reporting culture — institutions with active reporting programs often show higher counts that reflect transparency rather than risk.

Safety Score

21.76 /1K students

incidents per 1,000 enrolled

National Rank

#3018

See peer comparison

State Rank (OH)

#114

within state peers

Incidents (2023)

20

across 11 crime categories

Safety Percentile

Wittenberg University percentile rank 46.8%
National median

Higher percentile = safer than more peers. Rank #3018 out of approximately 5,673 institutions in the OPE Campus Safety Survey.

Reporting density vs peer median

Wittenberg University reports 936% more incidents per student than the median of 5 peer institutions.

Academic & Financial Profile

Tuition & Costs

In-State Tuition
$45,940
Out-of-State Tuition
$45,940
Avg Net Price
$18,649
Median Debt
$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients
35%

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
72%
SAT Average
1179
SAT Math Range
480–625
ACT Average
23
ACT Range
21–28

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate
53%
Retention Rate
63%
Median Earnings (6yr)
$42,437
Median Earnings (10yr)
$54,947
Loan Repayment (3yr)
78000%

Source: US Dept. of Education College Scorecard. See PlainCollege for full academic data.

Crime Statistics by Year

11 categories 3 reporting years on-campus only
Crime Type 2023 (On-Campus)2022 (On-Campus)2021 (On-Campus)
aggravated_assault 200
arson 201
burglary 1247
fondling 163
incest 000
motor_vehicle_theft 230
murder 000
negligent_manslaughter 000
rape 125
robbery 000
statutory_rape 000

Source: US Dept US Dept of Education OPE Campus Safety Survey. Figures show on-campus incidents

Fire Safety

Year Total Fires Injuries Deaths Cat I Cat II
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
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Arrests & Disciplinary Actions

9 category-year records

Liquor / drug / weapons categories · arrests vs disciplinary referrals · across 9 reported records

Disposition26%47%27%ArrestsDisciplinary referralsNo action
Liquor / drug / weapons categories · arrests vs disciplinary referrals · across 9 reported records
Category Year Arrests Disciplinary Actions
drugs 2023 2 46
liquor 2023 1 53
weapons 2023 0 1
drugs 2022 4 10
liquor 2022 4 65
weapons 2022 0 0
drugs 2021 1 50
liquor 2021 1 77
weapons 2021 1 0

Wittenberg University vs peer institutions

Side-by-side safety scores for 3 peers of similar enrollment

Safety scores below are incidents per 1,000 enrolled students (lower = fewer reported incidents). Enrollment shown in the “Burden @ $100K” row reflects total student count; the rightmost row shows the most recent reporting year.

Selected

OH

Wittenberg University

21.76% top marginal rate
Structure
Progressive
Burden @ $100K
$1,333
Brackets
2023

MA

Anna Maria College

1.50% top marginal rate
Structure
Flat tax
Burden @ $100K
$1,332
Brackets
2023

Similar Institutions

California College of the Arts
San Francisco, CA · 1,333 enrolled
Safety Score 3.00
Anna Maria College
PAXTON, MA · 1,332 enrolled
Safety Score 1.50
College of Our Lady of the Elms
CHICOPEE, MA · 1,332 enrolled
Safety Score 1.50
Rasmussen University-Illinois
Rockford, IL · 1,332 enrolled
Safety Score 0.00
Ave Maria University
Ave Maria, FL · 1,335 enrolled
Safety Score 4.49

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wittenberg University safe?
Wittenberg University has a safety score of 21.76 (total on-campus incidents per 1,000 enrolled students) and ranks #3018 nationally out of 5,600+ institutions. Compare this with peer institutions for context.
What crimes are reported at Wittenberg University?
Wittenberg University reports Clery Act statistics including aggravated_assault, arson, burglary, fondling, incest, and other categories. The most recent data covers calendar year 2023. All figures reflect on-campus incidents reported to campus security authorities.
How does the Clery Act affect Wittenberg University?
The Clery Act (Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act) requires all colleges and universities that participate in federal financial aid programs to disclose crime statistics and security information annually. The data reported here comes directly from the US Department of Education's OPE Campus Safety and Security Survey.
What is a campus safety score?
The safety score is calculated as total reported on-campus Clery Act incidents divided by enrollment per 1,000 students. Lower scores indicate fewer incidents relative to enrollment size. Schools are ranked nationally, with rank #1 being the safest. A score of 0.00 may reflect zero reported incidents or incomplete reporting.
How does Wittenberg University compare to similar schools?
Wittenberg University is compared against peer institutions of similar enrollment size and within OH. The Similar Institutions section on this page shows side-by-side safety scores for comparable campuses. Use the Compare tool to evaluate up to four schools at once.
Does Wittenberg University have fire safety data?
Yes. Wittenberg University reports fire safety data for on-campus residential facilities, including total fires, injuries, deaths, and fire damage categories. No fires were reported in the most recent year.

Understanding Wittenberg University's Safety Profile

Wittenberg University in SPRINGFIELD, OH enrolls 1,333 students and has a safety score of 21.76 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students , ranking #3018 nationally. This higher score indicates more reported incidents relative to enrollment, though context matters — urban campuses and larger institutions may have different reporting dynamics.

Crime statistics are reported under the Clery Act, which requires all institutions participating in federal financial aid to disclose campus crime data annually. The data covers on-campus incidents from 2021 to 2023, enabling year-over-year trend analysis. On-campus incidents increased from 15 in 2022 to 20 in 2023.

Fire safety data covers on-campus residential facilities. No fires were reported in the most recent year, indicating effective fire prevention measures.

Campus Safety Guides

Student Guide
How to Research Campus Safety Before Choosing a College
 Data Guide
Understanding Clery Act Crime Statistics
 Parent Guide
A Parent's Guide to Evaluating Campus Safety
 Analysis
Campus Safety vs. City Crime: What the Data Shows

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