Chowan University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Chowan University is a private research university in Murfreesboro, North Carolina, enrolling about 603 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 68.79% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $38,412 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $27,910
- 2024 Average Net Price: $14,086 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 68.79% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 603 95.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 29.95%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 37.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 4.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 970
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 642
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,360
- Room & Board: $10,734 annual estimate
Chowan University: what the data shows
Common questions about Chowan University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Chowan University?
Chowan University is located in Murfreesboro, NC (ZIP 27855).
Is Chowan University public or private?
Chowan University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Chowan University cost?
Published tuition: $27,910.
Average net price after aid: $14,086.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $13,726 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,950 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,549 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $14,565 |
| $110,001+ | $19,713 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $111,640.
How hard is it to get into Chowan University?
Admission rate: 68.79%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 970 and midpoint ACT 18.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Chowan University?
Total enrollment: 603 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 642 students.
Graduate enrollment: 72 students.
About 96% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Chowan University?
150%-time completion rate: 29.95%.
First-year retention: 70.8%.
What do graduates of Chowan University earn?
Median earnings: $30,096 six years after entry; $38,412 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $29,491.
56.58% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Chowan University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Organizational Leadership (22 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (21 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (20 completions)
- General Studies (18 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (14 completions)
- Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, General (13 completions)
- Secondary Education and Teaching (12 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (12 completions)
- Psychology, General (12 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (10 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Chowan University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 68.79%; completion rate 29.95%; median earnings $38,412 at 10 years; net price $14,086. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$27,910
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Chowan University was $27,910.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$14,086
2024 Value
In 2024 Chowan University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,086.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$56,344 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$14,086 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$111,640 4-Year Tuition
$10,734 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$39,844 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$159,376 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Chowan University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
56.58% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
56.90% 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 Chowan 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 Chowan 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 | $22,510 | $22,510 | $17,979 |
| 2014 | $22,900 | $22,900 | $15,353 |
| 2015 | $23,400 | $23,400 | $17,810 |
| 2016 | $23,930 | $23,930 | $16,854 |
| 2017 | $24,480 | $24,480 | $17,199 |
| 2018 | $24,980 | $24,980 | $17,395 |
| 2019 | $25,480 | $25,480 | $17,488 |
| 2020 | $25,880 | $25,880 | $16,716 |
| 2021 | $25,880 | $25,880 | $16,942 |
| 2022 | $25,880 | $25,880 | $16,887 |
| 2023 | $27,110 | $27,110 | $16,189 |
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
68.79% Acceptance Rate
2,360 Total Applicants
1,708 Students Admitted
161 First-Time Students Enrolled
9.43% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 970
ACT Average: 18
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Chowan University reported total enrollment of about 603 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 60% male and 40% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (48.3%), White (28.4%), and Non-Resident Alien (9.0%). About 56.58% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 37.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
95.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Chowan University in 2024 is 603 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 642 students. Graduate enrollment is about 72 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
70.8%
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 Black or African American at 48.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
19.08% 100% Completion Time
29.95% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 19.08% of students graduating from Chowan University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Organizational Leadership: 41% male / 59% female
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 29% male / 71% female
- Elementary Education and Teaching: 10% male / 90% 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: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Chowan University.
Return on Investment
$29,491 Median Student Debt
$38,412 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
76.78% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
581.74% Return on Investment
7.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Chowan University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 23 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Organizational Leadership: 22 completions
2. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 21 completions
3. Elementary Education and Teaching: 20 completions
4. General Studies: 18 completions
5. Business/Commerce, General: 14 completions
6. Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, General: 13 completions
7. Secondary Education and Teaching: 12 completions
8. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 12 completions
9. Psychology, General: 12 completions
Most popular programs at Chowan University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Chowan University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Chowan University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,034
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,985
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Chowan University is a private non-profit institution located in Murfreesboro, NC, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Organizational Leadership, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Elementary Education and Teaching. Enrollment is approximately 603 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (48.3%), White (28.4%), Non-Resident Alien (9.0%). The admission rate is 68.79%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 970. The 150%-time completion rate is 29.95%. Approximately 56.58% of students receive Pell Grants. About 37.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Murfreesboro, NC 27855
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 29.95% graduation rate at Chowan University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Chowan University located?
Chowan University is located in Murfreesboro, NC.
What is Chowan University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Chowan University is 68.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,360 applicants and 1,708 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Chowan University cost?
Reported tuition is $27,910 and average net price is $14,086 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,734 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Chowan University?
Chowan University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 642 students, Black or African American (48.3%), White (28.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Chowan University?
About 37.0% of students at Chowan University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Chowan University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Chowan University reports midpoint SAT about 970 and midpoint ACT about 18.
What do graduates of Chowan University earn?
Median earnings are $30,096 six years after entry and $38,412 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Chowan University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 29.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Chowan University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $29,491.
Is Chowan University public or private?
Chowan University is a private nonprofit institution located in Murfreesboro, NC.
Is Chowan University an HBCU?
No. Chowan University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Chowan University a tribal college?
No. Chowan 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.