William Carey University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Hattiesburg, MS. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.

The William Carey's 2024 tuition & fees is $14,685 for the academic year 2023-2024. 53% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,513.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 5,662 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).

William Carey's acceptance rate is 57.97% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 61.93%. The median SAT scores is 1120 and the ACT socre is 22.

William Carey ranked 1st in Mississippi Colleges rankings. William Carey University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of William Carey University is $14,685. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,672.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $14,685 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,672.

Undergraduate$14,685
Graduate$12,672
Undergraduate$14,685
Graduate$12,672

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »57.97% Acceptance Rate / 61.93% Yield
Test Scores »1,120 SAT / 22 ACT
Graduation Rate »41%
Retention Rate79%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.69% (13 to 1)
Student Population »5,662 (3,291 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$10,513

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

William Carey University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at William Carey
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

William Carey University Directory Information

Address710 William Carey Parkway, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Phone601-318-6051
WEBSchool's Website
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Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryDoctoral / Research University
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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