Choosing William Peace University is making the choice to leave “someday” behind.
Get ready to be immersed in an active, vibrant, and real-world experience that will prepare you for a future of possibility. Take the first step towards your tomorrow, today.
At WPU, located in the vibrant city of Raleigh, you’ll immerse yourself in a learning experience that empowers you to make informed decisions for your future. Supported by dedicated faculty, innovative teaching methods, and in-depth career planning, you’ll graduate confident and ready to make meaningful impacts on whatever career-path you take.
College Admissions 101
Your New Supportive and Encouraging Community
We know that applying to college and the college search can feel a little overwhelming at times – and we’re here to help. At William Peace University, the personal attention you receive to make getting here a reality is matched by the support and encouragement you’ll experience while you’re here.
Pick Your Path + Take Your Next Steps for Enrollment
First-Year Students
WPU is your home away from home, a dynamic and diverse learning community.
Congrats on taking the next big step in your life! At WPU, you’ll feel at home. That’s because we look for more in our students than just good grades. Your application is your chance to show us that you’re more than just a score. We want to hear your ideas, passions and perspectives.
We know that applying to colleges can feel a little overwhelming at times – but we’re here to help. We’ve broken everything down into the easy-to-follow steps, found below.
WPU has simplified the college application process to be more holistic and inclusive of student strengths and accomplishments. We are a test-optional school. Students have the choice to submit SAT/ACT test scores, or showcase their individual strengths in other ways. Whether it’s through extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, or a unique college essay, our admissions counselors believe students are more than a test score.
Transfer Students & Readmission
Whether you’re brand new to WPU, or returning from some time off, or transferring from a community college – you’ll find your home here.
With hands-on instruction from professors who really care, you’ll get the academic attention you deserve that may have been lacked at other institutions you attended. You’ve probably heard the success stories and seen all the numbers – like how 96% of our graduates find jobs or land in graduate school within one year graduating. Small campus. Big opportunities.
Learn how William Peace University can help you achieve your career aspirations.
School of Professional Studies
Take the next step, in both your life and your career, with the School of Professional Studies at WPU.
There are many reasons to seek a degree as an adult learner. Continuing your education can create better opportunities within your field or help you to pursue your interests in other fields – no matter your reason, WPU has a program to help you achieve your personal or professional goals!
Military & Veterans
William Peace University is committed to supporting our active duty military, veterans and their dependents during the transition to higher education and enhancing their educational experience with the highest quality of academic support services available.Military Friendly is more than a catch-phrase for us – it’s a commitment!
International Students
WPU is your home away from home, a dynamic and diverse learning community.
Congrats on taking the next big step in your life! At WPU, you’ll feel at home. That’s because we look for more in our students than just good grades. Your application is your chance to show us that you’re more than just a score. We want to hear your ideas, passions and perspectives.
Admissions At-a-Glance
Our Rolling Admissions Process
Early decisions, regular decisions and admissions deadlines are often strictly enforced and can be problematic for some. At William Peace University, we have a simplified rolling admissions process.
We evaluate applications as they are received rather than waiting until all applications have been submitted after a hard deadline. We also continue to evaluate applications until we’ve filled our incoming class.
There are many advantages of a rolling admissions process. First, there is less stress as you don’t have to worry about missing deadlines and you often receive notification of acceptance much sooner. You can start your senior year with confidence knowing you will soon become a Pacer. Additionally, the application process can be less competitive if you apply early in the process—not to say that you still don’t need to have good academic standing—but your application is reviewed holistically rather than compared to others. And, the rolling admissions process can provide flexibility in that we have an extended admission window allowing you to apply after most school’s deadlines have passed.
Fall 2021 Admission + Application Deadlines
PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE | ACTION | ADMISSION DECISION |
| Rolling Admissions | Deposit deadline has been extended to July 15 and we are committed to being flexible on that deadline as long as our classes have available space. | Decision within 2 weeks of completed application |
Calendar of Events
Adapted Teaching Curriculum Virtual Information Session
Join us for a virtual Adapted Curriculum Teaching Information Session -learn about the *program, meet EDU faculty, and hear from our Director of SPS Admission on admissions requirements for the […]
Find out more »Transfer Information Session
Thinking of Transferring to WPU? Learn what it's like to be a Pacer, what makes WPU a unique experience for our students, available scholarships and what the application process entails. […]
Find out more »Adult and Professional Studies Virtual Information Session
Are you looking for an accelerated bachelor's degree program that fits your busy lifestyle? We offer 100% online, hybrid, evenings, and some in-person undergraduate programs that can be completed in […]
Find out more »Finding More at WPU
The Durham, North Carolina, native chose to attend WPU in order to play softball, study biology and make a meaningful impact on campus. But within her first year, Allison realized athletics was not going to be the way she invested in the University community and biology was not her true calling.
