William Peace University
School Highlights
William Peace University serves 889 students (90% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 45%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Private-state tuition: $24,650
- Acceptance Rate: 50%
- Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
- Minority enrollment: 47%
- 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
School Resources
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 166 teachers has grown by 219% over five years.
William Peace University
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
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 17% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has decreased from 18:1 over five years.
The William Peace University diversity score of 0.64 is equal to the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
889 students
2,330 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
802 students
727 students
# Part-Time Students
87 students
1,603 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
994 students
277 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
802 students
727 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
35 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
87 students
1,603 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
544 students
617 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
2%
3%
% Hispanic
12%
12%
% Black
24%
21%
% White
53%
55%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
4%
4%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.64
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
1.51%
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 8% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$24,650
$19,438
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
76%
Median Debt for Graduates
$24,000
$11,865
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,846
Acceptance Rate
50%
60%
SAT Reading
525
520
SAT Math
515
490
ACT Composite
20
20
ACT English
20
20
ACT Math
20
20
Source: 2020 (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 is the acceptance rate of William Peace University?
The acceptance rate of William Peace University is 50%, which is lower than the state average of 60%.
What is William Peace University's ranking?
William Peace University ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).
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