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On this page, you'll learn how difficult it is to get into William Carey University, we'll dig into high school grades and test scores, and you'll find out the factors the school considers when reviewing applications.

94
%
Acceptance rate
Test Required
Testing

Admission Rates

Is it difficult to get into William Carey University?

94%

Using the most up-to-date data on record, William Carey accepted 94% of applicants. We classify this as less selective.

In the most recent year, 465 people applied and 432 were accepted.

Applied/Accepted
Women
298 / 324 (92%)
Men
134 / 141 (95%)

Acceptance rates at colleges can change over time, with some becoming more competitive and others accepting more students. Here’s a look at the acceptance rate trend for the past 2 years at William Carey University:

100%
94.0
88.0
82.0
76.0
70.0
2023
2024

Acceptance rates at schools can vary depending on if the student is in-state, out-of-state, or international.

40%
Enrollment of those accepted
High
Yield rate

Of those accepted, 40% ended up enrolling at William Carey University, making their yield rate High. The yield rate is the percentage of accepted students who enroll at the school. You can use the yield rate to find out how coveted a school is for the students who apply to it.

Application Factors

You can increase your chances of getting into William Carey University by looking at what the school considers during the application process.

Here are the things William Carey considers:

Very Important

  • Standardized Test Scores

Considered

  • Class Rank

Not Considered

  • Alumni/AE Relation
  • Application Essay
  • Character/Personal Qualities
  • Extracurricular Activities
  • Geographical Residence
  • Interview
  • Recommendation(s)
  • Religious Affiliation/Commitment
  • State Residency
  • Talent/Ability
  • Volunteer Work
  • Work Experience

Grades & Testing

Do you have the grades and test scores to get into William Carey University?

Test Required
Testing

Grades

William Carey is Test Required. This school requires test scores to be submitted in order to be considered for admission.

Applicants submitting SAT Scores

4%

Applicants submitting ACT Scores

86%
SAT Math Scores
25th Percentile
510
75th Percentile
610
SAT Verb Scores
25th Percentile
540
75th Percentile
710
SAT Composite Scores
25th Percentile
1050
75th Percentile
1320

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