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William Peace University
Raleigh,
NC
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate63%
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About William Peace University
What you should know about WPU is the word "community." When people share why they chose WPU, that's often the first word they say. "Community" here means a small campus in a thriving downtown. It means a place where you can find the courage and confidence to do well in class and also lead student groups. Community means professors who know your name and care about your success. Community is our world of immersive learning, meaning classwork outside the classroom. If you're looking for the right fit for college, consider WPU.
William Peace University is a private, religious university in the city of Raleigh, North Carolina. William Peace University was founded in 1857. The university currently enrolls around 713 students a year, including 738 undergraduates.
William Peace University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into William Peace University. The acceptance rate at William Peace University is 63%. In 2022, 906 out of 1,427 total applicants were accepted.
| William Peace University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 63% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.2 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 12% |
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William Peace University is located in the city of Raleigh, North Carolina, near Raleigh-Cary.
If you would like to see William Peace University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 40 and/or Interstate 440 to Raleigh, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Raleigh-Durham International.
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College Info
William Peace University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to William Peace University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to William Peace University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
William Peace University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1038 - 1150
Math SAT Range
515 - 568
Reading SAT Range
518 - 583
William Peace University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$45,090
In State$45,090
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$32,550
$32,550
Fees
$500
$500
Housing
$12,040
$12,040
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at William Peace University is like? There are approximately 713 students enrolled at William Peace University, including 738 undergraduate students and -25 graduate students. 79% percent of students attend school full-time, 85% percent are from NC and 15% percent of students are from other states.
79%
Full Time18%
Part Time85%
In State15%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
713
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
63%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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