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| Location | Hattiesburg, Mississippi |
| Online | wmcarey.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, William Carey University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Baptist faith. In the most recent statistical year 470 prospective students applied, and 270 were granted admission. Of those admitted 153 enrolled in the school. 3,547 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,191 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $13,050 plus fees of $1,050. William Carey University is ranked 409 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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William Carey University is rated within the top 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for William Carey University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#409 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#280 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in Mississippi
#1 in Best Private Colleges in Mississippi
#414 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Value Colleges in Mississippi
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 980/1320 |
| ACT | 21/29 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.46 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 15, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,900 |
| Other Fees | $1,050 |
| Room and Board | $7,247 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,070 |
| Total One Year Cost | $29,317 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 24% |
| Education | 17% |
| Psychology | 16% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 13% |
| Business | 10% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=176479 IPEDS survey data for William Carey University.
Current students may use the William Carey University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.