Shaw University: Review & Facts

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Shaw University is a small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 1,070 students enrolled. This school was originated in 1865 and is one of the 11 colleges located in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Shaw University is one of the Historically Black College or University institutions (HBCU) and is also affiliated with Baptist Church.

Academic Offerings

Bachelor's degree and master's degree are offered at Shaw University.

Majors
Offered
23
Shaw University follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers choices in 23 majors. The most popular concentrations are Business, Theology and Religion, Management, Criminal Justice, and Education. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

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

The rate of student retention at Shaw University is low at 57% (below North Carolina average). Taking this statistic into consideration, apparently students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
57%
Bad
The graduation rate at Shaw University is very low: 21%. Roughly 32% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.

Student to faculty ratio at Shaw University is pretty good - 12:1. Find out more on instructors at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition charges are close to the nationwide median - around $11,900 per year. The additional fees at Shaw University beyond tuition are around $4,700; which comes to a total of $16,600 a year.

Read the details about Shaw 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
61%
According to government data, 2,435 applications were submitted and 1,486 were accepted, so it is not very hard to become a student at this school.

Shaw University will consider accepting dual credits, credits for life experience (learned through independent study, noncredit adult courses, work experience, portfolio demonstration, previous licensure or certification, or completion of other learning opportunities), and advanced placement credits (college-level courses taught in high school) for admission.

Dual Credits
Accepted
Yes
The undergraduate application fee at Shaw University is $25.00. The graduate application fee is $50.00. The first-professional application fee is also 50 dollars.

To obtain the most accurate and up-to-date information about studying at Shaw University and a program that best suits your goals and budget, call this school's general information office at (919) 546-8200 or check Shaw University Website.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$3,800
Medium
Shaw University provides a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is an amazing option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Shaw 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
B-
Dicey
Shaw University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates about 800 students, which offers a nice on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is relatively low: around $3,800 annually.

Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Shaw 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 obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime numbers, Shaw University seems to be a generally safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Shaw University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Shaw University
118 East South Street
Raleigh, North Carolina
27601, USA
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