Coppin State University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Coppin State University is a public research university in Baltimore, Maryland, enrolling about 1,844 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 45.83% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $46,490 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $7,100
- 2024 Average Net Price: $9,977 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 45.83% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,844 84.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 26.22%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 47.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 23.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 55.6%
- Average SAT Score: 975
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,168
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,703
- Room & Board: $12,006 annual estimate
Coppin State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Coppin State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Coppin State University?
Coppin State University is located in Baltimore, MD (ZIP 21216-3698).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Coppin State University public or private?
Coppin State University is a Public institution.
How much does Coppin State University cost?
Published tuition: $7,100 in-state, $14,024 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $9,977.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $7,714 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $9,135 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,636 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,141 |
| $110,001+ | $15,578 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $28,400.
How hard is it to get into Coppin State University?
Admission rate: 45.83%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 975.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Coppin State University?
Total enrollment: 1,844 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,168 students.
Graduate enrollment: 303 students.
About 84% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Coppin State University?
150%-time completion rate: 26.22%.
First-year retention: 66.2%.
What do graduates of Coppin State University earn?
Median earnings: $42,243 six years after entry; $46,490 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
53.92% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Coppin State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (49 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (36 completions)
- Social Work (26 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (24 completions)
- Psychology, General (24 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (24 completions)
- Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other (19 completions)
- Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator (17 completions)
- Criminal Justice and Corrections (14 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (12 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Coppin State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 45.83%; completion rate 26.22%; median earnings $46,490 at 10 years; net price $9,977. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$7,100
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Coppin State University was $7,100.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$9,977
2024 Value
In 2024 Coppin State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,977.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$39,908 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$9,977 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$28,400 4-Year In-State Tuition
$56,096 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,006 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,900 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$21,006 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$84,024 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Coppin State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
53.92% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
36.19% 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 Coppin State 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 Coppin State 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 | $6,252 | $11,186 | $10,328 |
| 2014 | $6,624 | $11,885 | $9,363 |
| 2015 | $7,346 | $12,870 | $9,055 |
| 2016 | $7,438 | $13,168 | $9,346 |
| 2017 | $7,474 | $13,622 | $10,675 |
| 2018 | $8,873 | $15,144 | $10,422 |
| 2019 | $8,964 | $15,361 | $11,686 |
| 2020 | $6,716 | $13,113 | $10,105 |
| 2021 | $6,809 | $13,334 | $6,010 |
| 2022 | $6,904 | $13,560 | $7,865 |
| 2023 | $7,001 | $13,789 | $6,007 |
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
45.83% Acceptance Rate
4,703 Total Applicants
2,331 Students Admitted
407 First-Time Students Enrolled
17.46% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 975
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
Coppin State University reported total enrollment of about 1,844 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 26% male and 74% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (85.1%), Hispanic or Latino (4.7%), and Non-Resident Alien (4.2%). About 53.92% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 47.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
84.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Coppin State University in 2024 is 1,844 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,168 students. Graduate enrollment is about 303 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
66.2%
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 Black or African American at 85.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
10.54% 100% Completion Time
26.22% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 10.54% of students graduating from Coppin State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 6% male / 94% female
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 17% male / 83% female
- Social Work: 19% male / 81% 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 Coppin State University.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$46,490 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
53.78% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1064.93% Return on Investment
5.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Coppin State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 37 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 49 completions
2. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 36 completions
3. Social Work: 26 completions
4. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 24 completions
5. Psychology, General: 24 completions
6. Business Administration and Management, General: 24 completions
7. Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other: 19 completions
8. Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator: 17 completions
9. Criminal Justice and Corrections: 14 completions
Most popular programs at Coppin State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Coppin State University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Coppin State University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 55.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,091
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $16,220
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Coppin State University is a public institution located in Baltimore, MD, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Social Work. Enrollment is approximately 1,844 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (85.1%), Hispanic or Latino (4.7%), Non-Resident Alien (4.2%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 45.83%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 975. The 150%-time completion rate is 26.22%. Approximately 53.92% of students receive Pell Grants. About 47.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Baltimore, MD 21216-3698
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 26.22% graduation rate at Coppin State 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 Coppin State University located?
Coppin State University is located in Baltimore, MD.
What is Coppin State University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Coppin State University is 45.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,703 applicants and 2,331 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Coppin State University cost?
Reported tuition is $7,100 and average net price is $9,977 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,006 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Coppin State University?
Coppin State University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,168 students, Black or African American (85.1%), Hispanic or Latino (4.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Coppin State University?
About 47.2% of students at Coppin State University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Coppin State University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Coppin State University reports midpoint SAT about 975.
What do graduates of Coppin State University earn?
Median earnings are $42,243 six years after entry and $46,490 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Coppin State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 26.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Coppin State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
Is Coppin State University public or private?
Coppin State University is a public institution located in Baltimore, MD.
Is Coppin State University an HBCU?
Yes. Coppin State University is flagged as a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in IPEDS.
Is Coppin State University a tribal college?
No. Coppin State 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
- Maryland college costs
- Maryland colleges by ROI
- Baltimore, Maryland city profile
- Mid East regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Maryland
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.