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Methodist University

#321 in US ranking Fayetteville, NC
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$57,639
Tuition & fees
$41,700
Avg. aid
$27,596
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
75%
SAT range
1080–1250
ACT range
22–27

Outcomes

Graduation rate
44%
Median salary
$46,058
1 yr after graduation

What is the accreditation of Methodist University?

Methodist University is institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Institutional accreditation applies to the university as a whole; professional programs may also require separate approval or accreditation from organizations governing their fields.

That distinction is especially important for applicants considering nursing, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, education, or another route toward licensure. They should verify the current status of the specific program and the rules of the state where they intend to practice. Institutional accreditation is relevant to eligibility for federal student aid, but it does not guarantee that another college will accept every transfer credit or that a graduate will qualify for a particular license.

What are the admission requirements at Methodist University?

First-year applicants to Methodist University generally apply with a secondary-school record showing high school completion or an equivalent credential. The university is not open admission: recent admissions figures show 2,061 offers among 2,743 first-year applicants, an acceptance rate of about 75%.

Reported admissions criteria include the high school transcript, GPA, and completion of a college-preparatory program. Class rank and recommendations may be considered but are not generally required. SAT and ACT scores are considered rather than required; among enrolled first-year students, relatively few submitted either test, so score averages describe only test submitters. Applicants should check the current application for any essay, deadline, or test-optional conditions that apply to their entry term.

International applicants may need to document English proficiency and provide records in an acceptable format. Admission to the university should not be confused with admission to a selective major or graduate professional program, which may have its own prerequisites and application.

What are the application fees and waivers at Methodist University?

A $50 undergraduate application fee appears in institutional admissions reporting for Methodist University. Because fees can differ by application route or applicant category and can change between admission cycles, applicants should use the amount shown in their current application before paying.

Applicants who cannot afford a fee should ask admissions about a waiver before submitting payment, including whether a counselor-verified or other need-based request is accepted. A waived application fee is different from an enrollment deposit or any later charge to attend.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Methodist University?

Methodist University students have access to Army ROTC on campus. Air Force ROTC participation is reported through a cooperating host institution rather than an Air Force unit operated directly by Methodist University.

Students considering either branch should confirm the host arrangement, travel and scheduling requirements, and whether their intended major permits the required coursework. ROTC participation, scholarship eligibility, contracting, and eventual service obligations are separate decisions; joining an introductory class does not necessarily mean receiving a scholarship or committing to military service. Applicants should obtain the current terms from the relevant ROTC detachment before making plans around an award.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Methodist University?

Methodist University accepts transfer applicants and generally evaluates credit from other accredited institutions. Transfer entry is reported for fall, spring, and summer terms, but admission and the application of previous coursework toward a particular degree are separate decisions.

Applicants should be prepared to submit official transcripts from each college attended and to meet any requirements for their intended program. The university also reports accepting certain examination and evaluated-learning credits, including CLEP, DSST/DANTES, and American Council on Education recommendations. Those options do not mean every score or course will satisfy a major requirement.

A useful transfer-credit review should identify which credits enter the transcript, which fulfill general education or major requirements, and how many Methodist University credits remain for graduation. Students entering nursing, education, or another sequenced program should request that review early: a high total of accepted credits may still leave prerequisite or placement requirements unfinished.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Methodist University?

Methodist University students interested in study abroad should arrange academic approval before committing to a program. The key distinction is whether an opportunity is offered through the university, led by its faculty, or provided by an outside partner; that choice can affect credit, billing, and financial aid.

Before applying, students should establish how proposed courses will satisfy their degree requirements and whether their aid can be used for the particular program. Timing is especially consequential in majors with sequential courses, clinical training, or internships. International travel also brings passport, insurance, and additional expense considerations that may not appear in ordinary semester charges.

Methodist University Admissions Factors

SAT range
1080–1250
4001600
ACT range
22–27
136
Acceptance rate
75%

Acceptance rate vs. median

This school
75%
North Carolina
75%
US
78%

15% of admitted students enrolled (316 of 2,061)

ACT scores of enrolled students

ACT in range 12-17
ACT in range 18-23
ACT in range 24-29
ACT in range 30-36

Methodist University Admissions

Applicants
Total: 2,743
Admission
Total: 2,061
Enrolled
Total: 316
Women
Men

How to Apply to Methodist University

Application fee

$50

Early Decision

No

Early Action

No

Methodist University First-Year Students

Where first-year students come from

In-state: 186
Out-of-state: 99
International: 31

Freshmen vs. transfer students

Freshmen: 316
Transfer: 145

Methodist University Admission Requirements

Median composite SAT score

1170

Median composite ACT score

24

Percent of students submitting ACT scores

15%

Percent of students submitting SAT scores

10%

High school completions

General Educational Development (GED) required

Computer required

No

Computer purchase/lease plan is available in the institution

Yes

Secondary school GPA

Required

Secondary school rank

Considered but not required

Secondary school record

Required

Completion of college-preparatory program

Required

Recommendations

Considered but not required

Formal demonstration of competencies

Neither required nor recommended

Admission test scores

Considered but not required

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language

Considered but not required

Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.)

Neither required nor recommended

Open admission policy

No

Dual credit

No

Credit for life experiences

Yes

Advanced placement (AP) credits

Yes

Special learning opportunities

Orientation program

Yes

Disabilities services

Yes

Off-campus study

No

ROTC-Army

ROTC branch unit on campus

ROTC-Air Force

ROTC branch unit at a cooperating host institution

Study abroad

Yes

Weekend/evening college

Yes

Student can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization

Yes

Preparation at another institution required

No

Approved by the state for initial certification or licensure of teacher

Yes

Methodist University Transfer Acceptance Rate

Generally accepts credits

Yes

Accept ACE recommendation for credit

Yes

Possible transfer

Fall, Spring, Summer

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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