OSKALOOSA — The new school year is starting off with growth at one private Iowa university.
William Penn University says enrollment for new students has hit an all-time high of 487. Overall enrollment stands at over 1,200 students.
Administrators at the private liberal arts university say the number includes students who are first-time freshman or transfer students.
“We are excited to represent 45 states and 23 foreign countries in the 2019-20 school year,” said Director of Admissions Madison Steinke. “Faculty and staff have worked so hard to make this happen and get these students here.”