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Norfolk State University

Also known as: Norfolk State; NSU

📍 Norfolk, Virginia🏛️ Urban Setting👥 5,392 Undergrads🔗 www.nsu.edu

Overview

Norfolk State University is an medium public research university in Norfolk, Virginia. It enrolls about 5,392 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 88%. Graduates earn a median of $44,666 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

88%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

927

430–520

Net Price

$15,282

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

39%

Retention

73%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$44,666

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

87.8%

SAT Average

927

ACT Composite

16–22

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200430 – 520 (mid 50%)800

Math

200393 – 510 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

116 – 22 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,180

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$21,682

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$26,633

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$15,282

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$12,804
$30,001 – $48,000	$13,905
$48,001 – $75,000	$15,507
$75,001 – $110,000	$17,972
$110,001 +	$26,175

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

63.9%

Academics & Programs

Norfolk State University offers programs across 19 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Business, Management & Marketing

14.7%

Psychology

14.3%

Health Professions

9.6%

Interdisciplinary Studies

9.0%

Social Sciences

9.0%

Visual & Performing Arts

7.6%

Public Administration & Social Services

7.1%

Biological & Biomedical Sciences

5.8%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

39%

On-Time (4yr)

15%

Retention (FT)

73%

% Earning >$25K

66%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$33,412

8 years

$40,645

10 years

$44,666

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

50.0%

White

41.7%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

1.8%

Black or African American

80.2%

Asian

0.2%

Hispanic / Latino

4.7%

Two or more races

5.3%

International

6.6%

Gender

Women

67.5%

Men

32.5%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norfolk State University hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 88%. Admitted students average an SAT of 927.

How much does Norfolk State University cost?

In-state tuition is $10,180, and out-of-state is $21,682. Average net price after financial aid is $15,282.

What is Norfolk State University known for?

Most popular programs include Business, Management & Marketing, Psychology, Health Professions.

What's the graduation rate at Norfolk State University?

The 6-year graduation rate is 39%, and 73% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.