William Carey University
710 William Carey Pkwy, Gulfport, United StatesAll photos (0)
Overview of William Carey University
About this school
William Carey University (formerly William Carey College) is a church-affiliated institution founded in 1906. Its 64-acre main campus is located in the city of Hattiesburg, 85 miles southeast of Jackson.
- www.wmcarey.edu/
Website
Coeducational
Yes
Graduate Students
Not reported
Institution Type
Private
Undergraduate Students
- Undergraduate Students:2,090
- Men:Not reported
- Women:Not reported
Location
Admission Information
Freshman Admission Requirements
Difficulty of Admission
Admission to William Carey University is moderately difficult: more than 75% of freshmen were in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT I or over 18 on the ACT; about 85% or fewer of all applicants accepted.
High School Preparation
- High School Graduation:
High school diploma required and GED is accepted
- High School Program:
College preparatory program is recommended
Required Or Recomended High School Units
| Subject | Required Units | Recommended Units |
|---|---|---|
English | 4 | - |
Mathematics | 3 | - |
Science | 3 | - |
Foreign Language | - | - |
Social Studies | 2 | - |
History | - | - |
Academic Electives | - | - |
Examinations Required
| Exam | Required | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT or ACT | Required | Not reported |
SAT Only | - | - |
ACT Only | - | - |
SAT and SAT Subject Tests, or ACT | - | - |
SAT Subject Tests Only | - | - |
| Essay/Test | Status | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT Essay Component Policy | Not reported | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | Not reported | |
Use of SAT/ACT Essay | Not reported |
Admission Details
Admissions Office
Address | 710 William Carey Parkway |
City, State, Zip | Hattiesburg, MS 39401 |
Phone | (601) 318-6103 |
Fax | (601) 318-6454 |
Email |
Application Dates And Fees
Regular Admission Deadline | Rolling |
Application Fee | $30 |
Application Fee Waiver | Available |
Regular Admission Notification | Rolling, notification begins August 15 |
Accept Offer Of Admission | Not reported |
Waiting List Used | - |
Defer Admission | Student can defer admission |
Transfer Admission | Transfer applications not accepted |
Early Admission
Early Decision Offered | No |
Early Decision Deadline | - |
Early Decision Notification | - |
Early Action Offered | No |
Early Action Deadline | - |
Early Action Notification | - |
Application Form
Common Application | Not accepted |
Universal College Application | Not accepted |
Electronic Application | Not available |
Other Application Requirements
Interview | Not Required |
Essay Or Personal Statement | - |
Letters Of Recommendation | - |
Other | - |
Financial Need | Financial need is not a consideration in the admissions process |
Selection of Students
Factors involed in acceptance process.
4 star = most important, 1 star = least important.
| Factor | Importance |
|---|---|
Rigor of Secondary School Record | |
Academic GPA | |
Standardized Tests | |
Class Rank | |
Recommendations | |
Essay | |
Interview | |
Level of Applicant's Interest | |
Extracurricular Activities | |
Volunteer Work | |
Particular|Talent/Ability | |
Character/Personal Qualities | |
First Generation to Attend College | |
State Residency | |
Geographic Residence | |
Relation with Alumnus | |
Religious Affiliation/ Commitment | |
Ethnicity | |
Work Experience |
Profile of Fall Admission
Overall Admission Rate
Overall Admission Rate | 93% of 465 applicants were admitted |
Women | 92% of 324 applicants were admitted |
Men | 95% of 141 applicants were admitted |
Students Enrolled
Students Enrolled | 432 admitted students enrolled |
Women | Not reported |
Men | Not reported |
Grade Point Average of Enrolled First-Year Students
Average GPA | Not reported |
375 And Above | Not reported |
3.50 - 3.74 | Not reported |
3.25 - 3.49 | Not reported |
3.00 - 3.24 | Not reported |
2.50 - 2.99 | Not reported |
2.00 - 2.49 | Not reported |
SAT Score of Enrolled First-Year Students
Sat Math | Not reported |
• Score 700 - 800 | Not reported |
• Score 600 - 700 | Not reported |
• Score 500 - 600 | Not reported |
• Score 400 - 500 | Not reported |
• Score 300 - 400 | Not reported |
• Score 200 - 300 | Not reported |
Sat Critical Reading | Not reported |
• Score 700 - 800 | Not reported |
• Score 600 - 700 | Not reported |
• Score 500 - 600 | Not reported |
• Score 400 - 500 | Not reported |
• Score 300 - 400 | Not reported |
• Score 200 - 300 | Not reported |
ACT Scores of Enrolled First-Year Students
Act Composite | 21-28 range of middle 50% |
• Score 30 - 36 | Not reported |
• Score 24 - 29 | Not reported |
• Score 18 - 23 | Not reported |
• Score 12 - 17 | Not reported |
• Score 6 - 11 | Not reported |
• Score 5 Or Below | Not reported |
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition & Expenses
Cost of Attendance
- Books & Supplies: - $12,300 (44.00400686891815%)
- Room & Board: - $6,267 (22.420578133943902%)
- Other Expences: - $3,300 (11.805953062392673%)
- Tuition & Fees: - $6,085 (21.769461934745276%)
Books & Supplies
Room & Board
Other Expences
Tuition & Fees
Payment Plans
William Carey University accepts installment plan
Applying for Financial Aid
Financial Aid Office
Email | - |
Website | |
Net Price Calculator Url | Not reported |
Application Process
Application Deadline | Priority deadline April 1 |
Award Notification Date | On a rolling basis beginning May 1 |
Methodology For Awarding Institutional Aid | Federal Methodology |
Forms Required
| Forms Required | Filing Cost |
|---|---|
FAFSA| Code is 002447 | Free |
Institution's own form | - |
Profile of 2017-18 Financial Aid
First-Year Student
Financial Aid Applicants | 1,740 (90.6%) of freshmen |
Found To Have Financial Need | 1,720 (98.9%) of applicants |
Received Financial Aid | 1,720 (100.0%) of applicants with financial need |
Need Fully Met | 1,610 (93.6%) of aid recipients |
Average Percent Of Need Met | 90% |
Average Award | $15,000 |
• Need-Based Gift | Received by 1,720 (100.0%) of aid recipients, average amount $8,000 |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Received by 1,700 (98.8%) of aid recipients, average amount $8,000 |
• Merit Based Gift | Received by 825 (48.0%) of aid recipients |
Merit Based Gift | 245 (12.8%) of freshmen had no financial need and received merit aid, average amount $7,400 |
All Undergraduates
Financial Aid Applicants | Not reported |
Found To Have Financial Need | Not reported |
Received Financial Aid | Not reported |
Need Fully Met | Not reported |
Average Percent Of Need Met | Not reported |
Average Award | Not reported |
• Need-Based Gift | Not reported |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Not reported |
• Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Borrowing
2016 Graduates with Loans | 85% |
Average Indebtedness Of 2016 Graduates | $17,500 |
Parents Borrowing Plus Loans | - |
Parents Of Students Receiving Aid | 7.0% |
Parents Of Students Not Receiving Aid | 2.0% |
Financial Aid Programs
Scholarchips And Grants
Need Based Available | Federal Pell grants, SEOG, State scholarships, Institutional scholarships, Private scholarships |
Non Need Based Available | Academic scholarships, Creative arts/performance scholarships, Special achievements/activities, Special characteristics (minority, religious affiliation, other scholarships) |
Non-Need Awards
Academic Interest/Achievement | Not reported |
Creative Arts/Performance | Art/Fine Arts, Debating, Journalism/Publications, Music, Theater/Drama |
Special Achievements/Activities | Cheerleading/Drum Major, Junior Miss, Leadership, Religious Involvement |
Special Characteristics | Children and Siblings of Alumni, Children of Educators, Children of Faculty/Staff, First-Generation College Students, International Students, Relatives of Clergy, Religious Affiliation, Veterans |
Employment
Work-Study Programs | Federal work study available, other work study available |
Average Earnings from On-Campus Employment | $1,200 |
Academics & Instruction
Academics Overview
Academic Calendar System
Trimester
Summer Session
Offered
Graduation Requirements
General Education/Core Cirriculum
Required
Computer
Required
Foreign Language
Not required
Math/Science
Required for all students
Faculty & Instruction
Full-Time Faculty
Not reported
Part-Time Faculty
Not reported
Full-Time Faculty With Ph.D./Terminal Degree
Not reported
Regular Class Size
- 2-9 students: - 21% of classes
- 10-19 students: - 36% of classes
- 20-29 students: - 34% of classes
- 30-39 students: - 8% of classes
- 40-49 students: - 0% of classes
% of Classes
2-9
10-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
# of Students
Discussion Section/Lab Class Size
- Not reported
Advanced Placement
International Baccalaureate
Accepted
Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations
Accepted for placement and credit
Sophomore Standing
Available through AP examinations
Academic Resources
Libraries
Library Available On Campus | Yes |
Holdings | - |
Computing
Computer Ownership | Not reported |
Computers Available On Campus | Not Reported |
Internet E Mail Access | Not reported |
Academic Support Services
Remedial Instruction
Offered
Tutoring
Available
Services for Students Requiring Accommodations
Available
Services for Students with Accessibility Needs
William Carey University provides visually impaired services, wheelchair access
Undergraduate Retention & Graduation
Returning First-Year Students
74.0%
Students Graduating Within 4 Years
Not reported
Students Graduating Within 5 Years
Not reported
Students Graduating Within 6 Years
Not reported
Programs & Majors
Undergraduate Education
Undergraduate Majors (32)
- Art Teacher Education
- Art/Art Studies, General
- Biology Teacher Education
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Chemistry, General
- Drama and Dance Teacher Education
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- English Language and Literature, General
- English/Language Arts Teacher Education
- Fine/Studio Arts, General
- General Studies
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
- Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General
- History, General
- Journalism
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Mathematics, General
- Music Performance, General
- Music Teacher Education
- Music Therapy/Therapist
- Music, General
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
- Psychology, General
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Religion/Religious Studies
- Religious/Sacred Music
- Social Sciences, General
- Social Studies Teacher Education
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric
- Speech Teacher Education
Most Popular Disciplines
Not offered
Professional Degree Programs
Not reported
Special Programs
Accelerated program, Distance learning, Double major, Honors program, Independent study, Internships, Summer session
Study Abroad
Online Degrees
None
Graduate and Professional Education
Master's Degrees Offered
Master of Science, Master of Business Administration, Master of Education, Master of Science in Nursing
Master's Programs of Study (12)
- Art Education
- Business Administration and Management--General
- Counseling Psychology
- Education of the Gifted
- Education--General
- Elementary Education
- English Education
- Nursing--General
- Psychology--General
- Secondary Education
- Social Sciences Education
- Special Education
Campus Life
Location & Geography
Population
47,556
Nearest Metropolitan Area
110 acres
Environment
Small town/city
Campus Size
New Orleans
Weather
Temperature | 32.7 average low in January, 90.6 average high in September |
Rain | 109 rainy days per year |
Available Transportation
Nearest Airport | Hattiesburg |
Nearest Bus Station | - |
Nearest Train Station | Hattiesburg |
Housing
College Housing
College offers housing to students
Types of Housing
Men only housing, women only housing
Students of College Housing
Housing Restrictions
Students required to live on campus through senior year
Freshman Housing Guarantee
Freshmen are guaranteed housing
Students Living Off Campus/Commuting
Security
24-Hour Emergency Phone/Alarm Devices
Not available
24-Hour Security Patrols
Available
Late-Night Transport/Escort Services
Not available
Electronically Operated Housing Entrances
Available
Personal Support Services
Health Service
Not offered
Personal Counseling
Offered
Child Care
Not offered
Sports & Recreation
School Athletics
Athletic Conferences | National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics |
Mascot | Crusaders, Lady Saders |
School Colors | Red, black, and white |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Women)
| Factor | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cheerleading | ||
Golf | ||
Soccer | ||
Softball |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Men)
| Sport | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cheerleading | ||
Golf | ||
Soccer | ||
Softball |
Recreational Sports
Intramural Sports | badminton, basketball, football, soccer, softball, table tennis, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball |
Student Activities
Activities And Organizations
William Carey University offers choral groups, drama theatre, student newspaper
Sororities
Fraternities
ROTC
Army ROTC is offered off campus, Air Force ROTC offered off campus
Student Body
Co-educational
Yes
Number of Full-Time Undergraduates
Not reported
Undergraduates
All Undergraduates
2,090
Women
0
Men
0
Ethnicity of Students from U.S.
- Not reported
International Students
Not reported
Average Age
25
Number of Graduate Students
Not reported