North Carolina A & T State University

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2022 Undergraduate Tuition

$3,540

2022 Average Net Price

$9,189

After Financial Aid

2020 Default Rate

0.0321%

on Student Loans

2022 Acceptance Rate

56.4%

25,762 Applicants

2022 Enrolled Students

13,487

85.1% Full-Time

2022 Graduation Rate

56.7%

1,107 Graduates

About

North Carolina A & T State University is a higher education institution located in Guilford County, NC. In 2022, the most popular Bachelors Degree concentrations at North Carolina A & T State University were Liberal Arts & Sciences (161 degrees awarded), General Psychology (153 degrees), and Sport & Fitness Management (117 degrees).

In 2022, 2,575 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at North Carolina A & T State University. 62.9% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 37.1% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was black or african american (1,991 degrees), 10.3 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, white (193 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at North Carolina A & T State University is $3,540, which is $−26,610 less than the national average for Doctoral Universities ($30,150).

In 2020 the default rate for borrower's at North Carolina A & T State University was 0.0321%, corresponding to 1 out of the 3113 total borrowers.

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Costs

In 2022, the median undergraduate tuition at North Carolina A & T State University is $3,540, which is $26,610 less than the national average for Doctoral Universities ($30,150).

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $9,189.

In 2022, 85% of undergraduate students attending North Carolina A & T State University received financial aid through grants. Comparatively, 62% of undergraduate students received financial aid through loans.

Tuition Costs

$3,540

2022 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2022, the cost of tuition at North Carolina A & T State University was $3,540. The cost of tuition at North Carolina A & T State University is $−26,610 less than than the overall (public and private) national average for Doctoral Universities ($30,150).

This chart compares the tuition costs of North Carolina A & T State University (in red) with those of other similar universities.

Average Net Price

$9,189

2022 Value

0.481%

1 Year Growth

In 2022 North Carolina A & T State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,189. Between 2021 and 2022, the average net price of North Carolina A & T State University grew by 0.481%.

This chart compares the average net price of North Carolina A & T State University (in red) with that of other similar universities.

Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Other Student Expenses

$9,367

Room and Board

$730

Books and Supplies

The average yearly cost of room and board at North Carolina A & T State University was of $9,367 in 2022. The cost of room and board increased by 2.85% between 2021 and 2022.

During the same period, the average yearly cost of books and supplies was $730. The cost of books and supplies decreased by 54.4% during the same period.

This chart compares the average student costs at North Carolina A & T State University (in red) with that of similar universities.

Financial Aid by Income Level

85%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

62%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

85% of undergraduate students at North Carolina A & T State University received financial aid through grants or loans in 2022. This represents a growth of 8.97% with respect to 2021, when 78% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at North Carolina A & T State University (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Student Loan Default Rate

Cohort default rates only account for borrowers who default in the first three years, and some schools only have a small proportion of borrowers entering repayment. These rates should be interpreted with caution, as they may not be reflective of the entire school population.

0.0321%

2020 Default Rate

Number of Defaults

In 2020 the default rate for borrower's at North Carolina A & T State University was 0.0321%, which represents 1 out of the 3113 total borrowers.

A cohort default rate is the percentage of a school's borrowers who enter repayment on certain Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program or William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program loans during a particular federal fiscal year (FY), October 1 to September 30, and default or meet other specified conditions prior to the end of the second following fiscal year.

Admissions

North Carolina A & T State University received 25,762 undergraduate applications in 2022, which represents a 19.7% annual growth. Out of those 25,762 applicants, 14,526 students were accepted for enrollment, representing a 56.4% acceptance rate.

There were 13,487 students enrolled at North Carolina A & T State University in 2022. 29% of first-time enrollees submitted SAT scores with their applications.

North Carolina A & T State University has an overall enrollment yield of 21.2%, which represents the number of admitted students who ended up enrolling.

Acceptance Rate

56.4%

Acceptance Rate in 2022

14,526

Accepted Out of 25,762

In 2022, the undergraduate acceptance rate of North Carolina A & T State University was 56.4% (14,526 admissions from 25,762 applications). This is lower than the acceptance rate of 2021, which was 57.3%. Between 2021 and 2022, the number of applicants grew by 19.7%, while admissions grew by 17.7%.

This chart compares the acceptance rate of North Carolina A & T State University (in red) with that of other similar universities, and the chart below shows the acceptance rate by gender.

SAT Scores

29%

Submission Percentage (2022)

882

Scores Submitted (2022)

29% of enrolled first-time students at North Carolina A & T State University in 2022 submitted SAT scores with their applications.

The following chart shows the average SAT scores for the 25th, 50th, and 75th percentile of applicants for each section of the test that they are evaluated on.

Enrollment

North Carolina A & T State University had a total enrollment of 13,487 students in 2022. The full-time enrollment at North Carolina A & T State University is 11,484 students and the part-time enrollment is 2,003. This means that 85.1% of students enrolled at North Carolina A & T State University are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at North Carolina A & T State University, both undergraduate and graduate, is 81.1% Black or African American, 4.56% White, 4.25% Hispanic or Latino, 4.12% Two or More Races, 0.905% Asian, 0.326% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.0222% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders.

Students enrolled at North Carolina A & T State University in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly Black or African American Female (56.1%), followed by Black or African American Male (30.4%) and Two or More Races Female (2.89%). Students enrolled in full-time Graduate programs are most commonly Black or African American Female (36.9%), followed by Black or African American Male (16.8%) and White Female (8.71%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

85.1%

Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at North Carolina A & T State University in 2022, both undergraduate and graduate, is 13,487 students. The full-time enrollment at North Carolina A & T State University is 11,484 and the part-time enrollment is 2,003. This means that 85.1% of students enrolled at North Carolina A & T State University are enrolled full-time compared with 77.4% at similar Doctoral Universities.

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at North Carolina A & T State University (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

74%

2022 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at North Carolina A & T State University was 74%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar Doctoral Universities (84%), North Carolina A & T State University had a retention rate lower than its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at North Carolina A & T State University (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

Most Common Race or Ethnicity (2022)

Black or African American
10,932 enrolled students
White
615 enrolled students
Hispanic or Latino
573 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at North Carolina A & T State University is 81.1% Black or African American, 4.56% White, 4.25% Hispanic or Latino, 4.12% Two or More Races, 0.905% Asian, 0.326% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.0222% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all Doctoral Universities is 47.5% White, 15.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 9.58% Black or African American.

Any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis is categorized as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the share of those students are shown in the chart below. Additionally, 279 students (2.07%) did not report their race.

Graduates

In 2022, 663 more women than men received degrees from North Carolina A & T State University. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at North Carolina A & T State University is black or african american (1,991 degrees awarded). There were 10.3 times more black or african american recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white (193 degrees).

The most common Bachelor's Degree concentration at North Carolina A & T State University is Liberal Arts & Sciences (161 degrees awarded), followed by General Psychology (153 degrees) and Sport & Fitness Management (117 degrees).

In 2022, the most specialized majors across all degree types at North Carolina A & T State University, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Engineering (409 degrees awarded), Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (117 degrees), and Human Sciences (59 degrees).

Common Jobs by Major

Software developers

Most Common Job

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at North Carolina A & T State University are Software developers (453,554 people), Other managers (367,143 people), Miscellaneous engineers, including nuclear engineers (358,584 people), Civil engineers (283,613 people), and Mechanical engineers (215,942 people).

The most specialized majors at North Carolina A & T State University in 2022 are Engineering (409 degrees awarded), Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (117 degrees), Human Sciences (59 degrees), Engineering Technologies (81 degrees), and Public Administration and Social Service (84 degrees) (as of 2022).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

Podiatrists

Highest Paying Job

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at North Carolina A & T State University are Podiatrists, Cardiovascular technologists and technicians, Surgeons, Aircraft pilots & flight engineers, and Physicians

The most specialized majors at North Carolina A & T State University are Engineering (409 degrees awarded), Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (117 degrees), Human Sciences (59 degrees), Engineering Technologies (81 degrees), and Public Administration and Social Service (84 degrees) (as of 2022).

Common Industries by Major

Computer Systems Design

Most Common Industry

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at North Carolina A & T State University are Computer Systems Design (486,814 people), Architectural, engineering & related services (436,764 people), Construction (319,934 people), Elementary & secondary schools (303,730 people), and Colleges, universities & professional schools, including junior colleges (246,840 people).

Majors Awarded

IPEDS uses the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) standard, so the categories may not match the exact concentrations offered by North Carolina A & T State University.

Most Common (2022)

Liberal Arts & Sciences
161 degrees awarded
General Psychology
153 degrees awarded
Sport & Fitness Management
117 degrees awarded

In 2022, the most common bachelors degree concentration at North Carolina A & T State University was Liberal Arts & Sciences with 161 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from bachelors degree programs at North Carolina A & T State University according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

956

Degrees Awarded to Men

in 2022

1,619

Degrees Awarded to Women

in 2022

In 2022, 956 degrees were awarded to men at North Carolina A & T State University, which is 0.59 times less than the number of degrees awarded to females (1,619).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at North Carolina A & T State University by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2022, 74 degrees were awarded to men at North Carolina A & T State University in Mechanical Engineering, which is 3.7 times more than the 20 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2022, 136 degrees were awarded to men at North Carolina A & T State University in General Psychology, which is 8 times more than the 17 male recipients with that same degree.

Time to Complete

26%

100% Completion Time

52%

150% Completion Time

In 2022, 26% of students graduating from North Carolina A & T State University completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e. 4 years for a 4-year degree). Comparatively, 52% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 55% within 200%.

The following chart shows these completion rates over time compared to the average for the Doctoral Universities Carnegie Classification group.

Graduation rate is defined as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within a specific percentage of "normal time" to completion for their program.

Graduation Rate by Race and Sex

Showing demographic groups with ≥ 5 graduating students.

Hispanic or Latino Female

Highest Graduation Rate (67.4%)

The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2022 at North Carolina A & T State University is Female and Hispanic or Latino (67.4% graduation rate). Across all Doctoral Universities, Asian Female students have the highest graduation rate (73.2%).

The department of education defines graduation rate as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within 150% of "normal time" to completion.

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) categorizes any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the graduation rate of those students is shown in the chart below. Additionally, 0.813% of graduates (9 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

Most Common Student Race or Ethnicity (2022)

Black or African American
1,991 degrees awarded
White
193 degrees awarded
Two or More Races
103 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at North Carolina A & T State University is black or african american (1,991 degrees awarded). There were 10.3 times more black or african american recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white (193 degrees).

2.56% of degree recipients (66 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

Most Common Sex Demographic (2022)

Black or African American Female
1,309 degrees awarded
Black or African American Male
682 degrees awarded
White Male
99 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at North Carolina A & T State University is black or african american female (1,309 degrees awarded). There were 1.92 times more black or african american female recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american male (682 degrees).

Operations

North Carolina A & T State University has an endowment valued at nearly $165M, as of the end of the 2022 fiscal year. The return on its endowment was of −152k (−0.0923%) compared to the 1.13% average return (4.2M on 373M) across all Doctoral Universities.

In 2022, North Carolina A & T State University had a total salary expenditure of 346M. North Carolina A & T State University employs 154 Associate professors, 131 Professors and 117 Assistant professors. Most academics at North Carolina A & T State University are Male Professor (98), Male Associate professor (80), and Female Associate professor (74).

The most common positions for non-instructional staff at North Carolina A & T State University are: Office and Administrative Support, with 264 employees, Service, with 164 employees, and Business and Financial Operations with 127 employees.

Endowment

$165M

2022 Endowment

5.78%

decline from 2021

North Carolina A & T State University has an endowment valued at about $165M, as of the end of the 2022 fiscal year. The endowment of North Carolina A & T State University declined 5.78% from the previous year. The value of their endowment was $208M lower than than the median endowment of Doctoral Universities according to the Carnegie Classification grouping.

This line chart shows how the endowment at North Carolina A & T State University (in red) compares to that of some similar universities.

The small bar chart below shows the endowment quintiles for all universities in the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie Classification grouping.

Government Grants and Contracts

Grants & Contracts

$36.7M - Federal
$436k - State
$1.88M - Local

As of 2022, North Carolina A & T State University received $36.7M in grants and contracts from the federal government, $436k from state grants and contracts, and $1.88M from local grants and contracts.

Salary Expenditure

$145M

2022 Salaries

1.07%

growth from 2021

In 2022, North Carolina A & T State University paid a median of $145M in salaries, which represents 42.1% of their overall expenditure ($346M) and a 1.07% growth from the previous year. This is compared to a 5.93% growth between 2020 and 2021, and a 2.35% growth between 2019 and 2020.

The median for similar Doctoral Universities is 246M (41.5% of overall expenditures).

Instructional Salaries

$41.8M

Instructional Salaries

478

Number of Employees

In 2022, North Carolina A & T State University paid a total of $41.8M to 478 employees working as instructors, which represents 28.8% of all salaries paid.

This is compared to a median of $73.7M (30%) for similar Doctoral Universities.

Occupations by Share

Associate professor

Most Common Instructor

154 Employees

Office and Administrative Support

Most Common Non-Instructional Employee

264 Employees

In 2022, the most common positions for instructional staff at North Carolina A & T State University were Associate professor with 154 employees, Professor with 131 employees, and Assistant professor with 117 employees.

In 2022, the most common positions for non-instructional staff at North Carolina A & T State University were Office and Administrative Support with 264 employees, Service with 164 employees, and Business and Financial Operations with 127 employees.

Instructors by Academic Rank and Sex

Most Common Demographic (2022)

Male Professor
Male Associate professor
Female Associate professor

In 2022, the most common demographic for instructional staff at North Carolina A & T State University was Male Professor with 98 employees, Male Associate professor with 80 employees, and Female Associate professor with 74 employees.

This chart shows the sex split between each academic rank present at North Carolina A & T State University.

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