William Jewell College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Liberty, MO, which is a predominantly suburban area. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled per year at William Jewell College.
Areas of study available at William Jewell College include but are not limited to:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Education
- History
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to this school have an SAT score within the range of 960 to 1270, or an ACT score within the range of 23 to 28. This school admits roughly 50% of applicants. Of those students admitted, around 15% of students enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at jewell.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $31,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $4,600. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The William Jewell College "Cardinals" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
Students who would like to learn more about William Jewell College may check out their website at www.jewell.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students William Jewell College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at William Jewell College is about 1,100, with undergraduate students making up about 99% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $34,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $930 to $1,100 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $22,926 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 56% | $7,543 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, William Jewell College may provide services like those listed below:- Online classes
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
Graduation Rates
William Jewell College has an overall graduation rate which is around 59%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 50% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 8% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 0.7% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1978)
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2000)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2000)
Intercollegiate Athletics
William Jewell College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II (with football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Great Lakes Valley Conference)
- Basketball (Great Lakes Valley Conference)
- Track and Field (Great Lakes Valley Conference)
- Football (Great Lakes Valley Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by William Jewell College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Molecular Biology (B)
- Ecology
- Biomedical Science
- Cell Biology and Anatomical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B)
- Accounting (B)
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management (B)
- Commerce
- International Business
- Business Economics
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
- Organizational Communication
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
- Teacher Education and Professional Development (M)
- Elementary Education (B)
- Music Teacher Education
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
- Physical Education
- Drama and Dance Teacher Education
English Language and Literature
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy and Religious Studies (B)
- Philosophy (B)
- Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Parks and Recreation (B)
Science Technology
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B)
- Art Studies (B)
- Visual and Performing Arts
- Design and Visual Communications
- Drama and Theatre Arts
- Music Performance
- Music Theory and Composition
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact William Jewell College for official up-to-date information.