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About William Peace University

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William Peace University is a private liberal arts college in Raleigh, NC, known for its small private college, business and arts focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 63%, William Peace is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 136 students each year. William Peace is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1033–1151, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. William Peace offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $24,712 per year; the sticker price of $49,184 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

William Peace University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

63%
Overall Accept Rate
1092
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1033 – 1151 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to William Peace University

Demonstrated Interest
William Peace is a small university in the heart of Raleigh, so visiting in person is very easy and makes a real impression. Schedule a campus tour or attend one of their open house events to connect directly with admissions staff before you submit your application.
Essay Strategy
William Peace enrolls fewer than 1,500 students, so your essays should speak specifically to why you want a close-knit, student-centered environment rather than a large research university. Name specific programs, professors, or student organizations at Peace that connect to your goals.

Financial Aid & Cost

What William Peace University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$49k/yr$15.8k
30k-48k~$49k/yr$18.2k
48k-75k~$49k/yr$20.4k
75k-110k~$49k/yr$23.0k
110k+~$49k/yr$30.6k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

44%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$40k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
720
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

53%White
20%Black / African American
14%Hispanic
7%Two or More Races
3%Unknown / Unreported
1%Asian
1%International
0%American Indian / AK Native
Gender50% Men · 50% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status99% Citizens and Immigrants · 1% International
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