William Carey University
About William Carey University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
William Carey University is a private Baptist university in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. It offers affordable programs in nursing, education, biology, and business, with a campus near the University of Southern Mississippi.
Founded
1906
Location
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Students
4,470
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
60.3%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
59.8%
Below national average
Tuition
$15,480
Per year
Avg Net Price
$14,258
After financial aid
SAT Average
1122
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$43,087
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
60.3 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$40
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 60.3% acceptance rate, William Carey University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
1122/ 1600
ACT Scores
25/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
59.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
77.9%
4-Year Grad
38%
6-Year Grad
60%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
57.3%
$/Student
$12.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 38% graduation rate is below average, but 77.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$15,480
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,094
Books & Supplies
$600
Total Cost of Attendance
$29,651
After Financial Aid
$14,258
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,224
Receive Grants
27.1%
Take Loans
24.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $29,651/yr, including $8,094 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $14,258.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at William Carey University fund their education.
While in School
27.1%
Get Grants
Free money
24.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,691
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,832
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$221/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 24.9% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $20,832. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends William Carey University.
Gender
69.4%
Female
31%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,201
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,269
Graduates
35.9%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
23.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 69% of the student body. 35.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,201
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
William Carey University fields 13 varsity teams with 411 student athletes, about 19% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Southern States
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
411
19% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
54% / 46%
221
Men
190
Women
10
Men's Teams
12
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of William Carey Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,087
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
149 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$40K
112 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$24K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$20K
42 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
—
40 grads
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.