1911
Hattiesburg, MS

School Details

With three campuses across Mississippi and Louisiana and an extensive online presence, William Carey University seeks to make higher education accessible to all. As a faith-based institution, the school operates by its namesake’s motto: Expect great things from God; attempt great things for God.

William Carey University offers 100% online programs in in-demand areas including business, education, nursing, ministry, and more. Students can complete a range of bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees through online education. The university has been recognized as a leader in quality and affordability for its online graduate education programs. 

Students can compete hybrid and fully-online degree programs through the following William Carey academic divisions:

  • Ralph and Naomi Noonkester School of Arts and Letters
  • School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences
  • School of Business
  • School of Education
  • Owen and Elizabeth Cooper School of Missions and Biblical Studies
  • Donald and Frances Winters School of Music
  • Joseph and Nancy School of Nursing
  • College of Osteopathic Medicine

Accreditation & Licensing

William Carey University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

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Art & Liberal Arts

Bachelor of Fine Arts / Script Writing Bachelor of General Studies Doctor of Arts in Music Master of Arts in English Master of Education in English Master of Education in History & Social Science Master of Music Education

Business

Master of Business Administration Master of Education in Interscholastic Athletic Administration

Criminal Justice, Safety & Law

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Master of Science in Criminal Justice with Thesis Master of Science in Criminal Justice without Thesis

Education

Bachelor of General Studies / Applied Behavioral Analysis & Special Education Bachelor of General Studies / Educational Studies (Non-Licensure) Bachelor of General Studies / Elementary Education Bachelor of General Studies / Physical Education, Health & Recreation Bachelor of General Studies / Special Education Bachelor of Science in Health, Physical Education & Recreation Bachelor of Science in Physical Education Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership Education Specialist in Educational Leadership Education Specialist in Emotional & Behavioral Disorders Education Specialist in Instructional Leadership Education Specialist in Interscholastic Athletic Administration Master of Education in Educational Leadership Master of Education in Elementary Education (K-6) Master of Education in Emotional & Behavioral Disorders Master of Education in Gifted Education Master of Education in Mathematics Master of Education in Mild & Moderate Disabilities (K-12) Master of Education in Secondary Education (7-12) Master of Education in Teaching & Learning Globally

Psychology & Human Services

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Religion & Philosophy

Doctor of Arts in Music / Worship Ministry Master of Arts in Christian Theology Master of Music in Worship Studies