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William Peace University Historic roots, modern outcomes. Established in 1857 — Raleigh’s oldest university.
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Recognized for career preparation and immersive learning, backed by a thriving alumni network across NC and beyond. Founded in 1857, William Peace University’s educational approach is applied, adaptive, and nimble with career preparation built in from start to finish. Our immersive curriculum and innovative teaching methods ensure our students graduate career ready and prepared to thrive in an ever-changing workforce. We serve close to 800 students in 30+ undergraduate and 10 professional online programs in criminal justice, education, business administration, nursing, simulation and game design, and more. Embedded in the heart of downtown Raleigh, our university’s culture is as vibrant as the city that surrounds it, and our students benefit from all the connection and collaboration our central location has to offer. With supportive professors, dedicated faculty advisors, and a friendly and active student body, Peace students enjoy the benefits of a tight-knit community combined with the multi-faceted opportunities of a growing, flourishing city.

And don't forget it ☝️🤓
10/11/2026

And don't forget it ☝️🤓

10/10/2026

Fall breakin' with some plans for the time away from class 🎤

Over the summer, William Peace University students participated in bringing August Wilson's "Jitney" to the main stage o...
10/07/2026

Over the summer, William Peace University students participated in bringing August Wilson's "Jitney" to the main stage of the International Black Theatre Festival in Winston-Salem, produced and organized by Pure Life Theatre Company. The festival, founded in 1989, is a biennial celebration that unites Black theatre artists, scholars, and audiences from across the globe.

This partnership reflects Peace's commitment to providing students with immersive learning and real-world experiences that prepare them to confidently step into the professional arts community.

Starting our autumn photo albums with a sendoff to summer ☀️
10/05/2026

Starting our autumn photo albums with a sendoff to summer ☀️

10/03/2026

Just taking a breather this weekend 🧘‍♀️

10/02/2026

Peace students are always ready for what comes next. 🎯

True career prep goes beyond writing a great resume, and our Purpose@Peace event is designed to foster real connections. Through specifically designed programs like Purpose@Peace, as well as immersive learning, students explore every avenue of their future impact. Peace students leave not only with a degree, but with a clear sense of direction.

More about Peace's unique career-readiness programs: https://vist.ly/5ku6w

As Peace's Family Weekend nears, here's a little to last year's Family Weekend!This year, will run from October 23-2...
10/01/2026

As Peace's Family Weekend nears, here's a little to last year's Family Weekend!

This year, will run from October 23-25. Enjoy a Peace tailgate experience before our and games, relax with some pickleball, explore Raleigh's ghost tour, and attend “An Evening with the Peace Community” at High Rail Rooftop. Students and families can also buy discounted tickets for the ! And Sunday morning before you leave, Peace will host a church service, in partnership with and Tabernacle Church, led by Peace's Chaplain, Adrian Bullock.

Register using the Pacer Family Portal, available at our 🔗.

Over the past few weekends, Peace has hosted workshops in collaboration with the Raleigh Film and Art Festival with high...
09/30/2026

Over the past few weekends, Peace has hosted workshops in collaboration with the Raleigh Film and Art Festival with high school students from across Wake County. These students, along with Peace students, are creating a film to show at this upcoming week's festival!

Learn more about the largest film and art festival in North Carolina returning to William Peace University’s campus on October 2-4, 2026: https://vist.ly/5kgeu

William Peace University has been awarded a five-year, $2.99 million federal grant — the first major competitive federal...
09/29/2026

William Peace University has been awarded a five-year, $2.99 million federal grant — the first major competitive federal grant in the University's 169-year history. The Title III Strengthening Institutions Program award will expand career readiness support for every Peace student, with dedicated investments in career services, internships, faculty development, and data systems.

See the full announcement: https://vist.ly/5kcay

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15 E Peace Street
Raleigh, NC
27604

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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