Campbell University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Campbell University is a private research university in Buies Creek, North Carolina, serving roughly 2,680 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 87.18% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $54,886 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $41,600
- 2024 Average Net Price: $24,516 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 87.18% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,680 85.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 60.96%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 31.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 0.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 49.6%
- Average ACT Score: 22
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,123
- Applicants (IPEDS): 3,680
- Room & Board: $15,200 annual estimate
Campbell University: what the data shows
Common questions about Campbell University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Campbell University?
Campbell University is located in Buies Creek, NC (ZIP 27506).
NCES locale classification: Town fringe.
Is Campbell University public or private?
Campbell University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Campbell University cost?
Published tuition: $41,600.
Average net price after aid: $24,516.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $20,751 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $20,981 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $19,979 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $26,959 |
| $110,001+ | $30,864 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $166,400.
How hard is it to get into Campbell University?
Admission rate: 87.18%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Campbell University?
Total enrollment: 2,680 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,123 students.
Graduate enrollment: 2,264 students.
About 85% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Campbell University?
150%-time completion rate: 60.96%.
First-year retention: 76.2%.
What do graduates of Campbell University earn?
Median earnings: $45,511 six years after entry; $54,886 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $22,500.
37.58% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Campbell University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (174 completions)
- Law (173 completions)
- Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (152 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (70 completions)
- Pharmacy (68 completions)
- Physician Associate/Assistant (55 completions)
- Psychology, General (51 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (45 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (43 completions)
- Clinical and Industrial Drug Development (39 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Campbell University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 87.18%; completion rate 60.96%; median earnings $54,886 at 10 years; net price $24,516. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$41,600
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Campbell University was $41,600.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$24,516
2024 Value
In 2024 Campbell University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $24,516.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$98,064 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$24,516 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$166,400 4-Year Tuition
$15,200 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,438 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$58,238 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$232,952 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Campbell University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
37.58% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
38.82% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Campbell University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Campbell University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $26,240 | $26,240 | $22,703 |
| 2014 | $27,530 | $27,530 | $25,051 |
| 2015 | $28,820 | $28,820 | $27,266 |
| 2016 | $30,050 | $30,050 | $25,649 |
| 2017 | $31,190 | $31,190 | $24,446 |
| 2018 | $32,500 | $32,500 | $21,434 |
| 2019 | $34,630 | $34,630 | $24,544 |
| 2020 | $36,740 | $36,740 | $26,169 |
| 2021 | $38,160 | $38,160 | $22,690 |
| 2022 | $39,230 | $39,230 | $24,004 |
| 2023 | $40,410 | $40,410 | $23,991 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
87.18% Acceptance Rate
3,680 Total Applicants
3,470 Students Admitted
603 First-Time Students Enrolled
17.38% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
ACT Average: 22
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Campbell University reported total enrollment of about 2,680 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 47% male and 53% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (58.2%), Black or African American (14.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (14.0%). About 37.58% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 31.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
85.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Campbell University in 2024 is 2,680 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,123 students. Graduate enrollment is about 2,264 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
76.2%
2024 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.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 58.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
47.59% 100% Completion Time
60.96% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 47.59% of students graduating from Campbell University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 61% male / 39% female
- Law: 42% male / 58% female
- Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy: 47% male / 53% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Campbell University.
Return on Investment
$22,500 Median Student Debt
$54,886 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
40.99% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
459.70% Return on Investment
4.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Campbell University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 85 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 174 completions
2. Law: 173 completions
3. Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy: 152 completions
4. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 70 completions
5. Pharmacy: 68 completions
6. Physician Associate/Assistant: 55 completions
7. Psychology, General: 51 completions
8. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 45 completions
9. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 43 completions
Most popular programs at Campbell University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Campbell University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Campbell University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 49.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,210
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $14,458
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Campbell University is a private non-profit institution located in Buies Creek, NC, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Law, Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy. Enrollment is approximately 2,680 students. Student body composition includes White (58.2%), Black or African American (14.8%), Hispanic or Latino (14.0%). The admission rate is 87.18%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 22. The 150%-time completion rate is 60.96%. Approximately 37.58% of students receive Pell Grants. About 31.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Buies Creek, NC 27506
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 85 distinct degree programs, Campbell University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Campbell University located?
Campbell University is located in Buies Creek, NC.
What is Campbell University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Campbell University is 87.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 3,680 applicants and 3,470 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Campbell University cost?
Reported tuition is $41,600 and average net price is $24,516 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $15,200 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Campbell University?
Campbell University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,123 students, White (58.2%), Black or African American (14.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Campbell University?
About 31.1% of students at Campbell University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Campbell University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Campbell University reports midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of Campbell University earn?
Median earnings are $45,511 six years after entry and $54,886 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Campbell University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 61.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Campbell University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $22,500.
Is Campbell University public or private?
Campbell University is a private nonprofit institution located in Buies Creek, NC.
Is Campbell University an HBCU?
No. Campbell University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Campbell University a tribal college?
No. Campbell University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- North Carolina college costs
- North Carolina colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in North Carolina
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.