William Woods University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About William Woods University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
William Woods University is a small private university located on a rural campus in Fulton, Missouri. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,097, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 74%. The university offers 40 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 57%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for students are $27,800.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile20-26
SAT 25th-75th Percentile996-1225
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
69%
Online student enrollment
11:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
68%
Unknown
9%
Black
10%
Hispanic
6%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
38% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
21
Total Online Enrollment
1,194
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.69% online, 31% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
62% On-campus
38% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate100% online
Bachelor's20% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's82% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $27,800 | $27,800 |
| Graduate | $13,800 | $13,800 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,300 |
| On-campus room and board | $12,402 |
| On-campus other expenses | $7,915 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $8,925 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $7,915 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $7,915 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $49,417 | $49,417 |
| Off-campus without family | $45,940 | $45,940 |
| Off-campus with family | $37,015 | $37,015 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
38%
State Grant Aid
34%
Institution Grant Aid
98%
Pell Grant
38%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$22k
Average student debtafter graduation
$33k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Golf
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 11 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 12 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 13 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 14 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 15 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 16 | Psychology. | |||
| 17 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 18 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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