William Carey University

School of Nursing

William Carey University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Mississippi Board of Nursing. The Hattiesburg, Mississippi campus for William Carey University is located in a City setting, see the map below. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 5,448. The student-to-faculty ratio is 13-to-1. In-state tuition and fees were $15,480, while out-of-state tuition and fees were $15,480 for the most recent reporting period.

Nursing Programs

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • LPN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (LPN to BSN)
  • RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
  • Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN)
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
  • Doctor of Nursing Research or Education (PhD)

Visit the William Carey University website to learn how to apply for the nursing programs listed above. We also recommend that all nursing students in Mississippi periodically review the requirements for a CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license as presented by the Mississippi Board of Nursing. Understanding the CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license requirements and duty restrictions for Mississippi will help you navigate your education needs and avoid career planning mistakes often made by nursing students.

Tuition Cost And Admissions

Description2024-2025
Student population:5,448
Student-to-faculty ratio:13-to-1
In-state tuition & fees:$15,480
Out-of-state tuition & fees:$15,480
Room and board:$8,094
Percent on financial aid:98%
Campus housing:yes
Percent admitted:58%
SAT Reading Writing range:460-620
SAT Math range:420-580
ACT Composite range:20-27
ACT English range:19-28
ACT Math range:17-25
Religious affiliation:Baptist

Student Profile

Male 37%
Female 63%
Full-Time 63%
Part-Time 37%
Undergraduate 58%
Graduate 42%

Ethnicity of Students


Campus Location

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Map showing the location of William Carey University in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

  • Address: 710 William Carey Parkway, Hattiesburg, Mississippi 39401
  • Phone Number: 601-318-6051

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Last updated: November 13, 2025

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