Methodist University in Fayetteville, NC: Tuition & Programs
Methodist University is a private, United Methodist-affiliated university at 5400 Ramsey Street in Fayetteville, chartered in 1956. It offers more than 80 academic programs, 20 NCAA Division III sports and graduate health programs. Full-time campus tuition for 2026-27 is $44,120, admission is test-optional with no application fee, FTCC graduates get guaranteed admission, and soldiers can get help at its office on Fort Bragg.
Methodist University is a private university on Ramsey Street in north Fayetteville, chartered in 1956 and affiliated with the North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church. Classes began in September 1960, and the school changed its name from Methodist College to Methodist University in 2006. Today it offers more than 80 academic programs, including more than 20 that are fully online, plus graduate health science programs and a new medical school opened with Cape Fear Valley Health in 2026.
Campus at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | 5400 Ramsey St, Fayetteville, NC 28311; (910) 630-7000 |
| Type | Private, United Methodist-affiliated; accredited by SACSCOC |
| Programs | More than 80, with 20+ fully online |
| Athletics | Monarchs; 20 NCAA Division III varsity sports in the USA South Athletic Conference |
| Student life | Nearly 90 clubs and organizations |
| Military office | Fort Bragg Training and Education Center, 4520 Knox St |
The campus is close to the Cape Fear River, and the city's Cape Fear Mountain Bike Trail access point is about a mile north of Clark Park toward the university. See our Cape Fear River Trail and parks guide for the trail system next door. The Methodist University listing has directions and contact details.
Tuition and Costs for 2026-27
Methodist publishes its 2026-27 rates on its tuition and fees page:
| Charge (two semesters) | 2026-27 |
|---|---|
| Full-time campus tuition (12 to 18 credits) | $44,120 |
| Student activity fee | $750 |
| Average traditional room | $8,228 |
| Meals | $7,442 |
| Estimated total, resident student | $61,223 |
| Estimated total, commuting student | $44,870 |
Part-time campus students pay $1,420 per credit. Methodist University Online charges $445 per credit for undergraduate classes, $250 per credit for active duty, Reserve and National Guard students, and $545 per credit for graduate classes. Budget about $400 per semester for books, plus program fees for golf, tennis and music.
Most students do not pay the full sticker price. The university reports awarding more than $24 million in its own scholarships each year, and test scores, when submitted, are used for merit scholarship decisions.
How to Apply
- No application fee on any platform.
- Test-optional: SAT and ACT scores are not required.
- What to send: the application, your high school transcript and any college transcripts.
- Timeline: decisions generally arrive 10 to 14 days after your file is complete.
- Priority dates: July 31 for fall entry and December 15 for spring. They are priority dates, not hard cutoffs.
- Visits: information sessions and tours run weekdays at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m., or take the virtual tour.
Transferring From FTCC and Other Community Colleges
Methodist has an articulation agreement with Fayetteville Technical Community College. Students who finish an associate degree with at least a 2.0 GPA are guaranteed admission, can transfer up to 64 credits and pay no application fee. FTCC students can also take up to 8 credits at Methodist at the community college tuition rate before transferring.
The A to B Scholarship covers any tuition left after the Federal Pell Grant, the North Carolina Need-Based Scholarship and other aid for transfer students who earn an AA, AS, AGE or AE from a partner community college, enroll full time on campus and qualify for both grants each semester. Methodist signed similar agreements with Bladen, Central Carolina, Robeson, Sandhills and Sampson community colleges.
Military and Veteran Students
Methodist was named a Gold-level Military Friendly school for 2026-27. Services include:
- Fort Bragg office: Training and Education Center, B Wing, Room 103, 4520 Knox St, open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Staff prepare Evaluated Degree Plans for soldiers.
- Benefits: GI Bill certification, Army Tuition Assistance and the Yellow Ribbon Program for eligible Post-9/11 GI Bill students. See the university's Yellow Ribbon page for current terms.
- Online degrees at the $250 military rate, including Advanced Paramedicine, Business Administration and Criminal Justice.
- Green-to-Gold ROTC and an on-campus Military and Veteran Center.
Spouses looking at online degrees alongside work can also use the military spouse employment guide, and soldiers leaving service can pair Methodist's programs with the veteran transition resources guide.
Signature Programs
PGA Golf Management
Running since 1986 and accredited by the PGA of America since 1999, this program pairs a business degree (Business Administration, Marketing, Accounting or Financial Economics) with a PGA Golf Management concentration. Students must pass the PGA Playing Ability Test, finish levels 1 to 3 of the PGA curriculum and complete 16 months of internships. They practice on "Downback," an on-campus course reserved for the program.
Health Sciences
- Physician Assistant Studies (MMS): accredited by ARC-PA, with initial accreditation dating to 1996.
- Doctor of Physical Therapy: CAPTE-accredited, three years (33 months) with 38 weeks of clinical rotations.
- Doctor of Occupational Therapy: ACOTE-accredited. A bachelor's-level Occupational Therapy Assistant program is in candidacy status.
School of Medicine
The Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine held its ribbon-cutting on June 11, 2026, in a five-story building on Village Drive. Its inaugural class of 64 medical students began in July 2026. The school is a partnership with the region's hospital system; see our Cape Fear Valley Health System guide for more on the health system.
Athletics
The Monarchs compete in NCAA Division III in the USA South Athletic Conference. Men's golf is the program's best-known team, with a long run of Division III national titles. Home venues include Monarch Stadium and the March F. Riddle Center.
How Methodist Compares Locally
Fayetteville has three main local options for a four-year degree or a path to one. Fayetteville State University is a public UNC System school with in-state tuition, FTCC is the lowest-cost starting point, and Methodist is the private option with smaller classes and the PGA and health science programs. Our higher education in Fayetteville guide compares all of them.
Sources
- Methodist University: About MU
- Methodist University: Undergraduate tuition and fees 2026-27
- Methodist University: Admissions and Aid
- Methodist University: Fort Bragg office
- Methodist University: Accreditation
- FTCC: Transfer agreements
- NCpedia: Methodist College
- CityView: North Carolina's newest medical school opens in Fayetteville
Details checked October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Methodist University a college or a university?
- It is a university. Methodist was chartered in 1956, opened as Methodist College in 1960 and became Methodist University in 2006. It offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs and, since 2026, a medical school with Cape Fear Valley Health.
- How much is tuition at Methodist University?
- Full-time campus tuition for 2026-27 is $44,120 for two semesters, with an estimated total of $61,223 for resident students including room, meals and fees. Online undergraduate classes cost $445 per credit, or $250 per credit for active duty, Reserve and National Guard students.
- What courses does Methodist University offer?
- Methodist offers more than 80 academic programs, including more than 20 fully online. Signature programs include PGA Golf Management, Physician Assistant Studies, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Doctor of Occupational Therapy.
- Can FTCC students transfer to Methodist University?
- Yes. Under an articulation agreement, FTCC students who finish an associate degree with at least a 2.0 GPA are guaranteed admission, can transfer up to 64 credits and pay no application fee.
Additional Resources
- Methodist University: About MU
Program counts, athletics, student life and campus contact information.
- Methodist University: Undergraduate tuition and fees
2026-27 campus and online tuition, room, meals and fees.
- Methodist University: Admissions and Aid
Application steps, priority dates and campus visit times.
- Methodist University: Fort Bragg office
Hours and location of the on-post office in the Training and Education Center.
- FTCC: Transfer agreements
Terms of the FTCC-Methodist articulation agreement and A to B Scholarship.
Related Guides
FTCC: Fayetteville Technical Community College Guide (2026)
Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) is the public community college at 2201 Hull Road, with a Spring Lake campus and offices on Fort Bragg. It offers more than 300 degrees, diplomas and certificates and serves nearly 30,000 students a year. In-state tuition for 2026-27 is $76 per credit hour, capped at $1,216 a semester, and admission is open to high school graduates and adults 18 and older.
Fayetteville State University: Tuition, Admissions & Transfer
A prospective-student guide to FSU admission routes, tuition versus total cost, conditional military aid and transfer planning, including a tuition-source conflict.
Fort Bragg Transition Assistance (TAP) and Veteran Job Help
Soldiers leaving Fort Bragg must complete the Transition Assistance Program at the Soldier Support Center, Building 4-2843 Normandy Drive, (910) 432-4725. Initial counseling is required no later than 365 days before separation, and retirees can start 24 months out. Eligible soldiers can begin a Career Skills Program internship up to 180 days before separation, and Fayetteville's NCWorks Career Center helps veterans find jobs.
Military Spouse Jobs at Fort Bragg: Resources and NC Rules
Military spouses at Fort Bragg should start with the free Army Community Service Employment Readiness Program on the third floor of the Soldier Support Center, (910) 396-1425. It helps with resumes, federal applications and local job leads. Spouses can also get free SpouseWorks career coaching, up to $4,000 through the SpouseWorks Scholarship, and fast-track North Carolina licensing under state law.
Cumberland County Schools Enrollment: Fayetteville Guide
Follow the CCS enrollment process, understand school follow-up and document checks, and find the right contacts for assignment or military-family questions.