North Carolina A & T State University
About North Carolina A & T State University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
North Carolina A&T is a public historically Black university in Greensboro, North Carolina. It is the largest HBCU in the country and is known for its engineering, agriculture, business, and nursing programs.
Founded
1891
Location
Greensboro, North Carolina
Students
13,996
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
49.9%
Selective
Graduation Rate
57.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,813
Out-of-state: $20,673
Avg Net Price
$10,846
After financial aid
SAT Average
1074
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$44,440
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
49.9 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$60
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
North Carolina A & T State University accepts 49.9% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1074 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1074/ 1600
ACT Scores
19/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
57.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
77.5%
4-Year Grad
29%
6-Year Grad
53%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
60.1%
$/Student
$8.1K
Class Size
Large
The 29% graduation rate is below average, but 77.5% 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
$6,813
In-State
$20,673
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,832
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,427
After Financial Aid
$10,846
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,223
Receive Grants
52.3%
Take Loans
54.8%
The full cost of attendance is about $20,427/yr for in-state students, including $8,832 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $10,846. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $20,673.
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 North Carolina A & T State University fund their education.
While in School
52.3%
Get Grants
Free money
54.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$32,000
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $44K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends North Carolina A & T State University.
Gender
62.5%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
12,182
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,814
Graduates
28.1%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
7.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 28.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
12,182
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
North Carolina A & T State University fields 9 varsity teams with 489 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Colonial
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
489
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
67% / 33%
327
Men
162
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of North Carolina A & T State Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,440
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
237 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$28K
163 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$26K
125 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
122 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$29K
115 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$32K
101 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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