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William Carey University

Hattiesburg, MS · Private nonprofit · Small city · Website

Admission rate
60%
Accessible
Average net price
$13,507
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
57%
Median earnings
$46,286
10 years after enrolling

Summary

William Carey University is a private nonprofit college in Hattiesburg, MS with 2,201 undergraduates. It admits 60% of applicants, and admitted students average 1122 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $13,507 per year ($12,083 for families earning under $30,000). 57% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $46,286 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
60%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test scores required
Fall 2024
Applicants
571
Fall 2023
Admitted
331
Fall 2023
Yield
62%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing540–690
200800
SAT Math500–600
200800
ACT Composite19–25
136

What William Carey University looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$29,931
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$15,900

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$12,083
  • $30–48k$10,863
  • $48–75k$12,556
  • $75–110k$14,257
  • $110k+$19,378

Get a personal estimate with William Carey University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
57%
Freshman retention
78%
Median earnings
$46,286
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,201
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
38%
  • White56%
  • Hispanic3%
  • Black31%
  • Asian1%

William Carey University FAQ

What is William Carey University's acceptance rate?+

William Carey University admits 60% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for William Carey University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 540–690 on SAT Reading and Writing and 500–600 on SAT Math; the average total is 1122.

What ACT score do you need for William Carey University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 19–25.

Is William Carey University test optional?+

Test scores required.

How many students apply to William Carey University?+

In Fall 2023, 571 students applied to William Carey University and 331 were admitted; 204 enrolled.

Does William Carey University consider legacy status?+

No. William Carey University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does William Carey University require an essay?+

William Carey University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does William Carey University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $29,931 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,507.

What is William Carey University's graduation rate?+

57% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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