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Melvin Gray Jr. was set up perfectly for medical school — then his plans were suddenly cast in a different direction.

WPU Alumnus Finds Success as Professional Actor

January 6, 2022

Melvin Gray Jr. was set up perfectly for medical school — then his plans were suddenly cast in a different direction.

Expect Masks, Testing for Spring Semester

January 4, 2022

Families should note the following COVD protocols.

It's actually an immersive simulation game called Hunt-A-Killer. And WPU students did exactly that one recent weekend for criminal justice class.

WPU Students “Catch” a Killer in Classroom Simulation

December 20, 2021

It’s actually an immersive simulation game called Hunt-A-Killer. And WPU students did exactly that one recent weekend for criminal justice class.

Eda Varinca Jones is this year’s recipient of the prestigious scholarship.

“24/7” Nurse Awarded WPU’s Lynn Kendrick Erdman Scholarship

December 7, 2021

Eda Varinca Jones is this year’s recipient of the prestigious scholarship.

Your dream internship = your first job.

Internships provide more than a competitive edge – they forge connections, build confidence, and ensure career preparation. That’s why you’ll secure one during your time at WPU. Find an internship that enhances your professional skills and bolsters your resume, and join the 67% of WPU students who land jobs directly through their internships.

Internship Opportunities

At WPU, work in your dream career, today.

Career planning shouldn’t be an after thought or left until late in your college experience. At WPU, it starts your first day on campus. The Career Design Center can help you plan for tomorrow, build a stellar resume, and take the first steps to landing your dream job, today.

Career Planning

A vibrant community of voices.

Our diverse student body reflects our commitment to educational access and equity. At WPU, you’ll be exposed to a diverse range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences that make up our rich and vibrant WPU community.

diversity & inclusion

Accelerated programs for working adults.

Earn your degree today, on your terms. We offer 10 Bachelor’s programs that are online, hybrid, and flexible enough to fit into your schedule.

School of Professional Studies Programs

Our accelerated online programs for working adults at WPU

Admissions At-a-Glance

12:1

student to faculty ratio

different states represented in our student population

1025

average SAT (total critical reading + math)

Calendar of Events

January 27

How to Get Accepted

Join us for a short 30-minute session where our Director of Admissions will give key tips on completing your application, capturing our attention and highlighting your strengths so that you […]

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February 03

WPU Board of Trustees Winter Meeting

This is the Winter Meeting of the WPU Board of Trustees, a 2-day meeting

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February 10

RN to BSN Valentine’s Event

We love our nurses! Join us for an event to show our nurses some love and to learn about the RN to BSN program at William Peace University. This event […]

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