Mid-Atlantic Christian University
Mid-Atlantic Christian University is a private university in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, enrolling about 132 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 62.16% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $38,342 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $17,280
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,328 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 62.16% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 132 80.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 20.75%
- Average SAT Score: 1000
Mid-Atlantic Christian University: what the data shows
Common questions about Mid-Atlantic Christian University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Mid-Atlantic Christian University?
Mid-Atlantic Christian University is located in Elizabeth City, NC (ZIP 27909-4054).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is Mid-Atlantic Christian University public or private?
Mid-Atlantic Christian University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Mid-Atlantic Christian University cost?
Published tuition: $17,280.
Average net price after aid: $18,328.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $17,512 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,406 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,385 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,476 |
| $110,001+ | $20,004 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $69,120.
How hard is it to get into Mid-Atlantic Christian University?
Admission rate: 62.16%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1000 and midpoint ACT 18.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Mid-Atlantic Christian University?
Total enrollment: 132 students.
About 80% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Mid-Atlantic Christian University?
150%-time completion rate: 20.75%.
First-year retention: 31.6%.
What do graduates of Mid-Atlantic Christian University earn?
Median earnings: $29,887 six years after entry; $38,342 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
37.64% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Mid-Atlantic Christian University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (33 completions)
- CIP 390201 (9 completions)
- CIP 390604 (5 completions)
- CIP 422803 (5 completions)
- CIP 520201 (5 completions)
- CIP 240102 (3 completions)
- CIP 390702 (3 completions)
- CIP 160105 (2 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (1 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Mid-Atlantic Christian University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 62.16%; completion rate 20.75%; median earnings $38,342 at 10 years; net price $18,328. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$17,280
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Mid-Atlantic Christian University was $17,280.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,328
2024 Value
In 2024 Mid-Atlantic Christian University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,328.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$73,312 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,328 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$69,120 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Mid-Atlantic Christian University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
37.64% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
52.81% 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 Mid-Atlantic Christian 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 Mid-Atlantic Christian 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 | $12,160 | $12,160 | $17,159 |
| 2014 | $12,800 | $12,800 | $16,303 |
| 2015 | $13,440 | $13,440 | $15,888 |
| 2016 | $13,600 | $13,600 | $15,363 |
| 2017 | $14,080 | $14,080 | $17,517 |
| 2018 | $15,300 | $15,300 | $16,696 |
| 2019 | $15,810 | $15,810 | $20,557 |
| 2020 | $16,490 | $16,490 | $20,709 |
| 2021 | $16,490 | $16,490 | $22,645 |
| 2022 | $17,040 | $17,040 | $21,247 |
| 2023 | $17,280 | $17,280 | $25,876 |
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.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
62.16% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1000
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
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
80.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Mid-Atlantic Christian University in 2024 is 132 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
31.6%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
13.73% 100% Completion Time
20.75% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 13.73% of students graduating from Mid-Atlantic Christian University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Mid-Atlantic Christian University.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$38,342 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
70.42% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
423.00% Return on Investment
7.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Mid-Atlantic Christian University.
Top Programs by Completions
9 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 39.0201: 9 completions
CIP 39.0604: 5 completions
CIP 42.2803: 5 completions
CIP 52.0201: 5 completions
CIP 24.0102: 3 completions
CIP 39.0702: 3 completions
CIP 16.0105: 2 completions
General Biological Sciences: 1 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 33 completions
Most popular programs at Mid-Atlantic Christian University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Mid-Atlantic Christian University graduates.
About
Mid-Atlantic Christian University is a private non-profit institution located in Elizabeth City, NC, offering 9 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 132 students. The admission rate is 62.16%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1000. The institution maintains a 20.75% graduation rate. Approximately 37.64% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Elizabeth City, NC 27909-4054
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 20.75% graduation rate at Mid-Atlantic Christian 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.
FAQ
How much does Mid-Atlantic Christian University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $17,280 and average net price is $18,328 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Mid-Atlantic Christian University?
The admission rate is 62.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Mid-Atlantic Christian University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Mid-Atlantic Christian University reports midpoint SAT about 1000 and midpoint ACT about 18.
What do graduates of Mid-Atlantic Christian University earn?
Median earnings are $29,887 six years after entry and $38,342 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Mid-Atlantic Christian University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 20.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Mid-Atlantic Christian University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
How big is Mid-Atlantic Christian University?
Total enrollment is about 132 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Mid-Atlantic Christian University public or private?
Mid-Atlantic Christian University is a private nonprofit institution located in Elizabeth City, NC.
Is Mid-Atlantic Christian University an HBCU?
No. Mid-Atlantic Christian University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Mid-Atlantic Christian University a tribal college?
No. Mid-Atlantic Christian University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Mid-Atlantic Christian University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Mid-Atlantic Christian University does not meet that proxy (reported share 2.3%).
Is Mid-Atlantic Christian University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Mid-Atlantic Christian University: Christian Churches and Churches of Christ.
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
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.