William Peace University

If you are thinking about applying to William Peace University, the fee for the application is $35.

Students who submit their applications to William Peace University for fall should hear back from William Peace University by October 1.

William Peace University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of William Peace University's admissions stats.

William Peace University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	15%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	29%
Waitlist	No

William Peace University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for William Peace University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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William Peace University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on William Peace University Admissions

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For applicants who are non-residents, getting into William Peace University is moderately difficult.

Transferring to William Peace University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to William Peace University

William Peace University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does William Peace University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at William Peace University

What does William Peace University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Very Important
First Generation	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Important
Class Rank	Important
Work Experience	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Geographical Residence	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with William Peace University for more information on admission factors.

William Peace University Application Requirements

To apply to William Peace University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with William Peace University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Interview			√
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record			√
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into William Peace University?

Students admitted to William Peace University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

William Peace University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

William Peace University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 15% of William Peace University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 29% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for William Peace University?

To be competitive with other William Peace University applicants, you should aim to score between 1095 and 1205 (or higher!) on the SAT. At William Peace University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1205 and 25% of scored lower than 1095, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of William Peace University students scored 625 or higher and 75% of students scored 538 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of William Peace University students scored 605 or higher, and 75% scored a 538 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for William Peace University?

To be most competitive at William Peace University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for William Peace University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for William Peace University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to William Peace University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to William Peace University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in William Peace University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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William Peace University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to William Peace University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to William Peace University.

Does William Peace University accept transfer credits?

✅ William Peace University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. William Peace University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does William Peace University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ William Peace University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to William Peace University?

❌ No, William Peace University is test optional, so you can decide whether to submit your ACT or SAT scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is William Peace University's acceptance rate?

✅ William Peace University's acceptance rate is 52%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at William Peace University?

❌ William Peace University does not offer early decision.

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