William Carey University
William Carey University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Hattiesburg, MS. It enrolls about 5,448 students and admits roughly 58% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Hattiesburg, MS 39401 |
| County | Forrest County |
| Enrollment | 5,448 |
| Acceptance rate | 58% |
| Applicants / admitted | 571 / 331 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $14,685 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $14,685 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 41% |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 80% |
| Campus setting | City: Small |
| Size category | 5,000 - 9,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Doctor's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 460–620 |
| ACT middle 50% | 20–27 |
| Website | https://www.wmcarey.edu/ |
| Phone | 6013186051 |
Admissions
About 571 students applied and 331 were admitted. Of those admitted, 204 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $14,685 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 169 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 41% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
William Carey University is in Hattiesburg, MS, Forrest County. Its coordinates are 31.3053, -89.2918.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at William Carey University?
About 58% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 571 applicants.
How much does William Carey University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $14,685 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend William Carey University?
About 5,448 students are enrolled.