William Peace University Information

Founded in 1857, William Peace University is a nationallyranked institution in Raleigh, North Carolina, serving close to 1000 students in 28+ undergraduate programs and 10 professional degrees, including education, criminal justice and business administration. Rated in the top 10% nationally for Effective Teaching, our hands-on approach incorporates career preparation and practical application from start to finish. Our central location in the heart of downtown Raleigh and our robust organizational partnerships provide our students with limitless opportunities for connection and collaboration, and our internship program is second to none. Our students benefit from the safety and support of a tight-knit campus community, alongside the vibrancy and opportunity of a thriving major city. William Peace University students learn from creative and entrepreneurial faculty, who are experts in their fields and dedicated to their students’ success. Our immersive and innovative approach meets students where they are, and takes them where they need to go — preparing them for careers in the organizations of today and tomorrow.