William Peace University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
William Peace University is a private university in Raleigh, North Carolina, enrolling about 666 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 94.25% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $46,643 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $34,176
- 2024 Average Net Price: $21,649 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 94.25% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 666 90.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 44.81%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 29.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 7.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 48.6%
- Average SAT Score: 1170
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 944
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,286
- Room & Board: $12,606 annual estimate
William Peace University: what the data shows
Common questions about William Peace University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is William Peace University?
William Peace University is located in Raleigh, NC (ZIP 27604-1194).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is William Peace University public or private?
William Peace University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does William Peace University cost?
Published tuition: $34,176.
Average net price after aid: $21,649.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $15,779 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $18,233 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $20,429 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $23,046 |
| $110,001+ | $30,565 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $136,704.
How hard is it to get into William Peace University?
Admission rate: 94.25%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1170 and midpoint ACT 24.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is William Peace University?
Total enrollment: 666 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 944 students.
About 90% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at William Peace University?
150%-time completion rate: 44.81%.
First-year retention: 73.6%.
What do graduates of William Peace University earn?
Median earnings: $39,738 six years after entry; $46,643 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $22,250.
34.25% of students receive Pell grants.
What is William Peace University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Game and Interactive Media Design (22 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (21 completions)
- Criminology (18 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (15 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (15 completions)
- Psychology, General (15 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (10 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (9 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (7 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (6 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is William Peace University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 94.25%; completion rate 44.81%; median earnings $46,643 at 10 years; net price $21,649. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$34,176
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at William Peace University was $34,176.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$21,649
2024 Value
In 2024 William Peace University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $21,649.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$86,596 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$21,649 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$136,704 4-Year Tuition
$12,606 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$46,782 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$187,128 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for William Peace University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
34.25% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
46.71% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at William Peace University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for William Peace University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $23,900 | $23,900 | $18,396 |
| 2014 | $24,650 | $24,650 | $18,742 |
| 2015 | $25,850 | $25,850 | $29,711 |
| 2016 | $27,080 | $27,080 | $22,052 |
| 2017 | $28,700 | $28,700 | $23,362 |
| 2018 | $30,500 | $30,500 | $24,016 |
| 2019 | $31,700 | $31,700 | $24,134 |
| 2020 | $32,450 | $32,450 | $26,031 |
| 2021 | $32,450 | $32,450 | $24,107 |
| 2022 | $33,050 | $33,050 | $23,476 |
| 2023 | $33,150 | $33,150 | $21,728 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
94.25% Acceptance Rate
1,286 Total Applicants
1,252 Students Admitted
159 First-Time Students Enrolled
12.70% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1170
ACT Average: 24
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
William Peace University reported total enrollment of about 666 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 50% male and 50% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (53.4%), Black or African American (20.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (13.8%). About 34.25% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 29.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
90.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at William Peace University in 2024 is 666 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 944 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
73.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 53.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
31.60% 100% Completion Time
44.81% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 31.60% of students graduating from William Peace University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Game and Interactive Media Design: 91% male / 9% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 62% male / 38% female
- Criminology: 33% male / 67% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for William Peace University.
Return on Investment
$22,250 Median Student Debt
$46,643 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
47.70% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
438.63% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for William Peace University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 27 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Game and Interactive Media Design: 22 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 21 completions
3. Criminology: 18 completions
4. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 15 completions
5. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 15 completions
6. Psychology, General: 15 completions
7. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 10 completions
8. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 9 completions
9. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 7 completions
Most popular programs at William Peace University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for William Peace University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for William Peace University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 48.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,905
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,817
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
William Peace University is a private non-profit institution located in Raleigh, NC, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Game and Interactive Media Design, Business Administration and Management, General, Criminology. Enrollment is approximately 666 students. Student body composition includes White (53.4%), Black or African American (20.4%), Hispanic or Latino (13.8%). The admission rate is 94.25%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1170. The 150%-time completion rate is 44.81%. Approximately 34.25% of students receive Pell Grants. About 29.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Raleigh, NC 27604-1194
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
William Peace University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is William Peace University located?
William Peace University is located in Raleigh, NC.
What is William Peace University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at William Peace University is 94.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,286 applicants and 1,252 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does William Peace University cost?
Reported tuition is $34,176 and average net price is $21,649 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,606 annually.
What is the student body demographics at William Peace University?
William Peace University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 944 students, White (53.4%), Black or African American (20.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend William Peace University?
About 29.4% of students at William Peace University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for William Peace University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, William Peace University reports midpoint SAT about 1170 and midpoint ACT about 24.
What do graduates of William Peace University earn?
Median earnings are $39,738 six years after entry and $46,643 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at William Peace University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 44.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do William Peace University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $22,250.
Is William Peace University public or private?
William Peace University is a private nonprofit institution located in Raleigh, NC.
Is William Peace University an HBCU?
No. William Peace University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is William Peace University a tribal college?
No. William Peace University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.