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Methodist University

Fayetteville, NC·Private nonprofit·1,448 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. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

75%
Accept
1,448
Students
$24,704
Net Price
44%
Grad Rate
$43,700
Earnings
10 yr
$27,000
Debt

About This School

Methodist University is a private nonprofit institution located in Fayetteville, North Carolina with approximately 1,448 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 $24,704 per year. The graduation rate is 44%, 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
Religious Affiliation
Wesleyan
Avg Faculty Salary
$8,728

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing23%
Health Professions12%
Psychology7%
Biological Sciences5%
Computer Science5%
Education5%
Social Sciences4%
Visual & Performing Arts4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Christopher DanielsStacey Milbern

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

Test Policy: Considered but not required

SAT Scores

Average Composite1182
Reading 75th %ile630
Math 75th %ile620

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$41,250
Out-of-State Tuition
$41,250
Avg Net Price
$24,704
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$20,371
$30–48k$23,073
$48–75k$21,328
$75–110k$27,698
$110k+$30,453

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants41%
Median debt at graduation$27,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
44%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
65%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$43,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$27,000
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$34,200
Female graduates$30,500

Gap: 11% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$27,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$32,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$43,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.6x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

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

Student Body

White44%
Black20%
Hispanic/Latino12%
Asian1%
Two or more races3%
American Indian/Alaska Native1%
International7%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,448 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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