Elizabeth City State University: Review & Facts

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Elizabeth City State University is a small four-year, public school with 2,150 students enrolled. This college was originated in 1891 and is one of the 3 colleges and schools located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

Elizabeth City State University is one of the Historically Black College or University institutions (HBCU).

Academic Offerings

Bachelor's degree and master's degree are available at Elizabeth City State University.

Majors
Offered
26
Elizabeth City State University deploys a semester-based curriculum calendar system and provides 26 majors. The most popular concentrations are Management, Criminal Justice, Business, Education, and General Studies. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are normally a good sign. Nevertheless, if you anticipate to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Elizabeth City State University student retention rate is fair at 76% (above North Carolina average). Considering this statistic, apparently students enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
76%
Good
The graduation rate at Elizabeth City State University is low - 46%. Nearly 14% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.

Student to faculty ratio at Elizabeth City State University is decent -- 16:1. Read more information about instructors at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition prices are low - about $5,000 per year. The additional fees at Elizabeth City State University (not included in tuition costs) are around $2,400; this makes it a total of $7,400 a year.

Read the details about Elizabeth City State University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
74%
Doable
According to government data, 3,927 applications were submitted and 2,912 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to get admitted at this school.

The college will consider accepting your dual credits and advanced placement credits at entry.

Check the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Elizabeth City State University in the Admissions and Tests report for this college.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$5,000
Medium
Elizabeth City State University offers a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a great option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Elizabeth City State University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
D
Unsafe
Elizabeth City State University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates nearly 1,600 students, which provides a decent on-campus housing option. The room price is reasonable -- around $5,000 a year.

Army ROTC programs are available at Elizabeth City State University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have received a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime data, Elizabeth City State University seems to be a relatively dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Elizabeth City State University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Elizabeth City State University
1704 Weeksville Rd
Elizabeth City, North Carolina
27909, USA
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