William Jewell College
About William Jewell College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
William Jewell College is a private university in Liberty, MO. It has a 41% acceptance rate and a 62.2% graduation rate, serving approximately 824 students.
Founded
1849
Location
Liberty, Missouri
Students
959
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
38.4%
Selective
Graduation Rate
67.7%
Near national average
Tuition
$20,610
Per year
Avg Net Price
$17,562
After financial aid
SAT Average
1095
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$59,268
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
38.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
William Jewell College accepts 38.4% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1095 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1095/ 1600
ACT Scores
24/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
67.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
73.8%
4-Year Grad
61%
6-Year Grad
65%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$12.8K
Class Size
Small
61% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$20,610
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,320
Books & Supplies
$840
Total Cost of Attendance
$35,785
After Financial Aid
$17,562
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,909
Receive Grants
31.6%
Take Loans
48%
The total cost of attendance runs about $35,785/yr, including $11,320 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $17,562.
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 Jewell College fund their education.
While in School
31.6%
Get Grants
Free money
48%
Take Loans
Must repay
$69,180
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,498
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$260/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $24,498 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends William Jewell College.
Gender
49.6%
Female
50%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
924
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
35
Graduates
20.1%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
2.9%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (50% women, 50% men). 20.1% are first-generation college students. 5.6% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
924
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
William Jewell College fields 13 varsity teams with 636 student athletes, about 69% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Great Lakes Valley
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
636
69% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
395
Men
241
Women
10
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of William Jewell Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$59,268
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$68K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$31K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$51K
9 grads
1yr Earnings
Data Science
—
9 grads
Political Science and Government
—
9 grads
Graduates earn about $54K six years out, growing to $59K 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.