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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Liberty, MO

William Jewell College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MO. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$19,890

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

34.3%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

62.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$59,268

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

William Jewell College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Liberty, MO. With a competitive tuition profile of $19,890, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 62.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing490 – 570
20025th–75th percentile800
Math470 – 550
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite19 – 25
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

34.3%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$79,560

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.7 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$29,268

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$213,120

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$505,800

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at William Jewell College is $24,498.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
47.0%
53.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
62.2%
Hispanic
11.8%
Black
8.9%
Two or more
6.8%
International
4.7%
Unknown
2.8%
Asian
1.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.4%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$19,890

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$9,227
$30k - $48k$7,862
$48k - $75k$11,954
$75k+$17,573

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$24,498
Pell Grant Recipients27.9%
Using Federal Loans79.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment76.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

76.5%

Success

62.0%

In-State Cost

$19,890

Age 25+ Students

2.9%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

368 students

Local City Insights

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