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William Jewell College

Liberty, MO

Private

4 Year

Website

William Jewell College, located in the charming town of Liberty, Missouri, is a distinguished liberal arts institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and holistic student development. With a history that spans over a century and a half, the college stands as a beacon of intellectual and personal growth in the Midwest.
886
Students
47%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
868
Classification
4 Year
Type
Private, Non-Profit
Religious Affiliation
None
Website
At William Jewell, students experience a rigorous curriculum that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and a global perspective. The college's dedication to small class sizes and personalized learning ensures that each student receives individualized attention from faculty who are both accomplished scholars and dedicated mentors. Beyond academics, William Jewell boasts a vibrant campus life that includes a wide range of extracurricular activities, athletics, and community service opportunities. This nurturing environment helps students to not only succeed academically but also to grow as engaged and informed citizens prepared to make meaningful contributions to society.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into William Jewell College?

47% acceptance rate
Somewhat Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1033
Testing
Test Optional
Average High School GPA
3.54
Application Deadlines
Early Decision / Early Action?
No

The most important factors William Jewell College considers when admitting students are:

  • Academic GPA
  • Rigor of Secondary School Record
  • Character/Personal Qualities

Financials

See what it costs to attend William Jewell College.

$ 33,008
Overall list price
$ 17,408
Average net price
$ 23,125
Merit Price™
Very Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending William Jewell College?

Suburb
Campus Setting
Republican
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Sunny
Average winter temp
36°
Average summer temp
75°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at William Jewell College.

10:1
Student to faculty ratio
65%
4-year grad rate
65%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at William Jewell are:

  • Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Psychology, General

Demographics

Who attends William Jewell College?

38
States represented
27
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
886
Women
47%
Men
53%

Housing

What's it like living at William Jewell College?

$10,650
Room & Board
1.1
Housing units / student
85
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into William Jewell College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.54.

How much does William Jewell College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $33,008 to attend William Jewell.

How many people attend William Jewell College?

886 people attend William Jewell. 868 are undergraduate students and 18 are graduate students.

Where is William Jewell College located?

William Jewell College is located in Liberty, Missouri. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into William Jewell College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 63% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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