Queens University of Charlotte
Queens University of Charlotte is a private non-profit college or university in Charlotte, NC, with about 51 programs reporting completions in the federal extract used on this page. It reports a completion rate of about 61.31% for the cohort window published by the Education Department—one yardstick, not the whole story of student success.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $45,846
- 2024 Average Net Price: $30,857 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 62.08% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,211 97.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 61.31%
- Average SAT Score: 1206
Queens University of Charlotte: what the data shows
Common questions about Queens University of Charlotte, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Queens University of Charlotte?
Queens University of Charlotte is located in Charlotte, NC (ZIP 28274).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Queens University of Charlotte public or private?
Queens University of Charlotte is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Queens University of Charlotte cost?
Published tuition: $45,846.
Average net price after aid: $30,857.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $22,792 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $20,593 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $26,435 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $30,159 |
| $110,001+ | $40,426 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $183,384.
How hard is it to get into Queens University of Charlotte?
Admission rate: 62.08%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1206 and midpoint ACT 24.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Queens University of Charlotte?
Total enrollment: 1,211 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Queens University of Charlotte?
150%-time completion rate: 61.31%.
First-year retention: 74.1%.
What do graduates of Queens University of Charlotte earn?
Median earnings: $48,170 six years after entry; $57,673 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
24.03% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Queens University of Charlotte known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (592 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (85 completions)
- CIP 520201 (72 completions)
- Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education (57 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (46 completions)
- CIP 513802 (33 completions)
- General Psychology (23 completions)
- Educational Administration & Support (20 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (15 completions)
- Finance, General (15 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Queens University of Charlotte a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 62.08%; completion rate 61.31%; median earnings $57,673 at 10 years; net price $30,857. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$45,846
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Queens University of Charlotte was $45,846.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$30,857
2024 Value
In 2024 Queens University of Charlotte had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $30,857.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$123,428 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$30,857 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$183,384 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Queens University of Charlotte.
Financial Aid by Income Level
24.03% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
70.43% 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 Queens University of Charlotte 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 Queens University of Charlotte 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 | $29,800 | $29,800 | $23,166 |
| 2014 | $30,910 | $30,910 | $24,290 |
| 2015 | $32,560 | $32,560 | $25,288 |
| 2016 | $32,560 | $32,560 | $26,444 |
| 2017 | $33,532 | $33,532 | $23,348 |
| 2018 | $34,684 | $34,684 | $21,270 |
| 2019 | $35,720 | $35,720 | $25,078 |
| 2020 | $37,332 | $37,332 | $27,026 |
| 2021 | $38,726 | $38,726 | $28,764 |
| 2022 | $40,830 | $40,830 | $30,230 |
| 2023 | $43,285 | $43,285 | $27,786 |
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
62.08% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1206
ACT Average: 24
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
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
97.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Queens University of Charlotte in 2024 is 1,211 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
74.1%
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
52.59% 100% Completion Time
61.31% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 52.59% of students graduating from Queens University of Charlotte completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Queens University of Charlotte.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$57,673 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
43.35% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
367.26% Return on Investment
4.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Queens University of Charlotte.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 85 completions
CIP 52.0201: 72 completions
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education: 57 completions
Communication and Media Studies: 46 completions
CIP 51.3802: 33 completions
General Psychology: 23 completions
Educational Administration & Support: 20 completions
General Biological Sciences: 15 completions
Finance, General: 15 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 592 completions
Most popular programs at Queens University of Charlotte.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Queens University of Charlotte graduates.
About
Queens University of Charlotte is a private non-profit institution located in Charlotte, NC, offering 51 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,211 students. The admission rate is 62.08%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1206. The institution maintains a 61.31% graduation rate. Approximately 24.03% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Charlotte, NC 28274
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 51 distinct degree programs, Queens University of Charlotte 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.
FAQ
How much does Queens University of Charlotte cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $45,846 and average net price is $30,857 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Queens University of Charlotte?
The admission rate is 62.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Queens University of Charlotte?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Queens University of Charlotte reports midpoint SAT about 1206 and midpoint ACT about 24.
What do graduates of Queens University of Charlotte earn?
Median earnings are $48,170 six years after entry and $57,673 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Queens University of Charlotte?
The 150%-time completion rate is 61.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Queens University of Charlotte students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
How big is Queens University of Charlotte?
Total enrollment is about 1,211 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Queens University of Charlotte public or private?
Queens University of Charlotte is a private nonprofit institution located in Charlotte, NC.
Is Queens University of Charlotte an HBCU?
No. Queens University of Charlotte is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Queens University of Charlotte a tribal college?
No. Queens University of Charlotte is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Queens University of Charlotte a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Queens University of Charlotte does not meet that proxy (reported share 13.9%).
Is Queens University of Charlotte religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Queens University of Charlotte: Presbyterian Church (USA).
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.