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Walsh University

EIN 34-0868798 · N Canton, OH

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood75 out of 100GovernanceStrong93 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

WALSH UNIVERSITY IS AN INDEPENDENT, COEDUCATIONAL CATHOLIC, LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES INSTITUTION DEDICATED TO EDUCATING ITS STUDENTS TO BECOME LEADERS IN SERVICE TO OTHERS THROUGH A VALUES-BASED EDUCATION WITH AN INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE IN THE JUDEO-CHRISTIAN TRADITION.

Income
$83.1 million
Spending
$79.3 million
Spent on programs
91%
Reserves
2.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 86%
Employees
1,054
Volunteers
310
Highest pay
$437,562, president

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 75 out of 100. Higher than 67% of charities in its peer group (education, $10m to $100m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 9% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 19% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    91% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 28 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 39% of charities in its peer group (education, $10m to $100m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    23 of 24 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (1)
  1. $72.2 million spent. The University provides approximately 2,300 students from 42 states and 35 countries a higher education that fosters critical thinking, effective communication, spiritual growth, and personal, professional and cultural development. The University offers the following degrees: Associate of Arts; Associate of Science in Computer Science; Bachelor of Arts; Bachelor of Science; Bachelor of Science in Education; Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Master of Arts in Education; Master of Business Administration (MBA); Master of Arts in Counseling and Human Development; Master of Arts in Theology; Master of Dyslexia Therapy, Master of Science in Exercise Physiology, Master of Science in Nursing; Master of Occupational Therapy; Doctor of Nursing Practice; and Doctor of Physical Therapy. Walsh University is accredited by the following organizations: North Central Association/Higher Learning Commission; National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission; The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education; Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs; Ohio Department of Education; Ohio Board of Counseling & Social Work; Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs; and the American Physical Therapy Association. Walsh University's library houses 68,933 volumes, 20 current print journal subscriptions, 3,679 audio visual titles on physical media, 48,979 streaming educational videos, and 192 electronic databases. The University also has access to 547,519 electronic books, and 119,846 electronic serials. The Walsh library is a member of OCLC, OhioLINK, OHIONET and OPAL (Ohio Private Academic Libraries) and all library resources are searchable through the library's online catalog and discovery service. The Student Affairs team is committed to the holistic development of students, firmly believing that all students have the potential to become valuable assets to our world community. Members of the Student Affairs team embody the Christian values espoused in the University mission statement, exemplified by our care and concern for students, relationships, and the community. Walsh University provides over 800 students with housing and dining services. Several of the ten residence halls are newly renovated and offer apartment-style and suite-style living. Dining service facilities include the Schervish Dining Hall, the Betzler Grille, the Cavalier Cafe and the Sword Stop offering various meal plan selections and dining innovations. Walsh University's athletic program offers 28 different men's and women's athletic teams and continues to enjoy a winning tradition. Walsh University Athletics was granted full membership into the NCAA Division II at the beginning of the 2013-2014 academic year. As full members of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC) 20 of our NCAA sports compete for G-MAC Conference Championships. We have continued our winning traditions in the GMAC. During fiscal year 2025, the University added Men and Women's Rugby programs. Additionally, Walsh offers club sports including Sprint football and men's bowling. During fiscal year 2025, the University replaced several roofs across campus. The University installed goalposts and a scoreboard for the newly added rugby programs. Walsh University has been consistently recognized for its excellence in academic and student-focused programming by renowned organizations such as The Newman Guide to Choosing a Catholic College, National Colleges of Distinction, U.S. News & World Report as a Top Regional University in the Midwest and by Victory Media as a Military Friendly School, ranking in the top 4 for private schools offering a doctorate. The university was also awarded the Collegiate Purple Star awards for our efforts supporting veteran students. All of Walsh's accolades can be found on the University's website.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since November 1961.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.

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