School Highlights
William Peace University serves 742 students (85% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Private-state tuition: $24,650
- Acceptance Rate: 52%
- Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- 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
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 166 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
William Peace University
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
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 16% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has decreased from 5:1 over five years.
The William Peace University diversity score of 0.68 is more than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
742 students
1,993 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
628 students
644 students
# Part-Time Students
114 students
1,349 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
883 students
252 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
628 students
644 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
114 students
1,404 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
446 students
717 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
% Asian
23%
19%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
10%
13%
% White
4%
5%
% Hawaiian
50%
54%
% Two or more races
10%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.3863%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.4206%
0.5387%
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 19% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$24,650
$19,438
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$24,000
$11,865
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,846
Acceptance Rate
52%
82%
SAT Reading
572
520
SAT Math
583
495
ACT Composite
24
22
ACT English
22
21
ACT Math
23
20
Source: 2023 (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 schools are William Peace University often compared to?
William Peace Universityis often viewed alongside schools like Wake Technical Community College, Living Arts College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of William Peace University?
The acceptance rate of William Peace University is 52%, which is lower than the state average of 82%.
What is William Peace University's ranking?
William Peace University ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is William Peace University located?
William Peace University is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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