Livingstone College
About Livingstone College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Livingstone College is a private university in Salisbury, NC. It has a 63.8% acceptance rate and a 25.5% graduation rate, serving approximately 839 students.
Founded
1879
Location
Salisbury, North Carolina
Students
936
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
59.3%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
28.2%
Below national average
Tuition
$18,296
Per year
Avg Net Price
$13,479
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$32,600
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
59.3 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 59.3% acceptance rate, Livingstone College admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
14/ 36
Average: 14 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
28.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
70.6%
4-Year Grad
14%
6-Year Grad
23%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
77%
$/Student
$8.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 14% graduation rate is below average, but 70.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$18,296
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,794
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$28,305
After Financial Aid
$13,479
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,860
Receive Grants
82.1%
Take Loans
78.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $28,305/yr, including $6,794 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $13,479.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Livingstone College fund their education.
While in School
82.1%
Get Grants
Free money
78.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,000
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$31,125
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$330/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Graduates leave with $31,125 in median debt, above the national average. Explore all scholarship and aid options, and consider your expected earnings in your chosen field.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Livingstone College.
Gender
41.8%
Female
58%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
924
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
12
Graduates
39.2%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
6.1%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 39.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.2% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
924
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Livingstone College fields 8 varsity teams with 253 student athletes, about 27% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Central
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
253
27% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
159
Men
94
Women
4
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Livingstone Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$32,600
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$21K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$26K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$27K
14 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$41K
10 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
10 grads
Biology, General
$40K
8 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $33K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.