Case Western Reserve University

Case Western Reserve University

(Case Western)

Case Western Reserve University is a private research university in Cleveland, Ohio, with particular strength in biomedical engineering, pre-med, and the health sciences. Its partnership with the Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals provides students with exceptional clinical and research opportunities in one of the nation's top medical corridors.

Mascot: Spartan

Notable Alumni

Anthony Russo (director, Avengers: Endgame)Joe Russo (director, Avengers: Endgame)Paul Buchheit (inventor of Gmail)

At a Glance

Acceptance Rate
27%
SAT (Optional)
1340–1500
Avg GPA
3.78
Enrollment
5.8K
Setting
Urban
Founded
1826

Cost

Tuition$58K
Room & Board$17K
Est. Annual Total$75K

Published sticker prices for 2025-2026. Actual cost after aid varies.

Top Programs & National Ranking

Approximate national ranking based on departmental rankings, research output, and program reputation.

Highlights

Top biomedical engineering
Cleveland Clinic partnership
Strong pre-med track

Athletics

Division
NCAA Division 3
Conference
University Athletic Association
View on NCAA.com

Safety

Campus SafetySafe

Campus is patrolled 24/7 by CWRU police and security. Motor vehicle theft is the most common offense. The crime rate is about 7.4 criminal offenses per 1,000 students.

Neighborhood SafetyModerate

University Circle is the safest area in Cleveland with dedicated police from multiple institutions, but the surrounding Cleveland neighborhoods have significantly higher crime rates.

Based on Clery Act data, student surveys, and local crime statistics.

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