William Woods University
Fulton, Missouri · Private
William Woods University admitted 75% of 1,133 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). Test scores are optional. 57% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
William Woods University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free, and William Woods University accepts the Common App fee waiver. William Woods University asks for a midyear report from your school.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check William Woods University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $50,477 a year. After grants, students paid $22,925 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is William Woods University’s acceptance rate?
William Woods University admitted 75% of applicants: 844 of 1,133 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is William Woods University’s application deadline?
William Woods University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
How much is William Woods University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27, and William Woods University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does William Woods University require?
Besides the application and transcript, William Woods University asks for a midyear report from your school.
Does William Woods University have supplemental essays?
No. William Woods University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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