School Highlights
William Peace University serves 830 students (88% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Private-state tuition: $24,650
- Acceptance Rate: 61%
- Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
- Minority enrollment: 49%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
William Peace University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 166 teachers has grown by 172% over five years.
William Peace University
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
166 staff
256 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of William Peace University has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The William Peace University diversity score of 0.66 is more than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
830 students
2,142 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
9:1

# Full-Time Students
733 students
693 students

# Part-Time Students
97 students
1,449 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
883 students
252 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
733 students
693 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
97 students
1,583 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
446 students
717 students

% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%

% Asian
2%
3%

% Hispanic
11%
10%

% Black
22%
18%

% White
51%
60%

% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
2%

% Non Resident races
1%
2%

% Unknown races
8%
4%


Diversity Score
0.66
0.59

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
35%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
2.07%
1.63%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,800
$27,500

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $24,650 is more than the state average of $19,438. The private state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$24,650
$19,438

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
81%

Median Debt for Graduates
$24,000
$11,865

Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,846

Acceptance Rate
61%
82%

SAT Reading
520
520

SAT Math
520
508

ACT Composite
21
20

ACT English
19
19

ACT Math
20
19

Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does William Peace University cost?
William Peace University's private state tuition is approximately $24,650.
What schools are William Peace University often compared to?
William Peace Universityis often viewed alongside schools like Wake Technical Community College, Living Arts College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of William Peace University?
The acceptance rate of William Peace University is 61%, which is lower than the state average of 82%.
What is William Peace University's ranking?
William Peace University ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Diversity in US community colleges, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).
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