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Methodist University

Fayetteville, NC·Private nonprofit·1,425 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. freshman retention is below 65%. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

75%
Accept
1,425
Students
$24,978
Net Price
40%
Grad Rate
$43,700
Earnings
10 yr
$12,500
Debt

About This School

Methodist University is a private nonprofit institution located in Fayetteville, North Carolina with approximately 1,425 undergraduate students enrolled. Methodist University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 75%. The average net price after financial aid is $24,978 per year. The graduation rate is 40%, and the typical graduate earns $43,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

Methodist University is a private university in Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States, that is affiliated with the North Carolina Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 40% graduation rate and 65% freshman retention rate suggest that many students who start here don't finish, which is a real concern worth discussing before enrolling. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively low $12,500, and the small campus (1,425 undergrads) in Fayetteville can offer personalized attention that larger schools won't. Worth considering if you have a clear plan, strong support systems, and are drawn to the close-knit environment — but ask hard questions about what resources exist to help students stay on track.

Founded
1956
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing26%
Psychology8%
Health Professions8%
Biological Sciences7%
Education5%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Computer Science3%
Engineering2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Christopher DanielsStacey Milbern

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1201
Reading 75th %ile630
Math 75th %ile590

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$39,664
Out-of-State Tuition
$39,664
Avg Net Price
$24,978
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants39%
Median debt at graduation$12,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
40%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
65%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$43,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$32,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$43,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.5x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White46%
Black22%
Hispanic/Latino10%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,425 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Methodist University

5400 Ramsey St

Fayetteville, NC 28311-1420

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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