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Methodist University

Fayetteville, NC · Private nonprofit · Midsize city · Website

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Admission rate
75%
Accessible
Average net price
$25,760
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
39%
Median earnings
$54,558
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Methodist University is a private nonprofit college in Fayetteville, NC with 1,448 undergraduates. It admits 75% of applicants, and admitted students average 1182 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $25,760 per year ($23,129 for families earning under $30,000). 39% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $54,558 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
75%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,738
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,059
Fall 2023
Yield
17%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing550–630
200800
SAT Math530–620
200800
ACT Composite22–27
136

What Methodist University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testConsidered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$57,639
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$43,174

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$23,129
  • $30–48k$23,738
  • $48–75k$20,772
  • $75–110k$24,301
  • $110k+$31,950

Get a personal estimate with Methodist University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
39%
Freshman retention
65%
Median earnings
$54,558
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,448
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
48%
  • White44%
  • Hispanic12%
  • Black20%
  • Asian1%

Methodist University FAQ

What is Methodist University's acceptance rate?+

Methodist University admits 75% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Methodist University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 550–630 on SAT Reading and Writing and 530–620 on SAT Math; the average total is 1182.

What ACT score do you need for Methodist University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 22–27.

Is Methodist University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Methodist University?+

In Fall 2023, 2,738 students applied to Methodist University and 2,059 were admitted; 344 enrolled.

Does Methodist University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Methodist University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Methodist University require an essay?+

Methodist University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Methodist University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $57,639 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,760.

What is Methodist University's graduation rate?+

39% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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