Fayetteville State University
Historically Black college or university · Fayetteville, NC · 5,762 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
82%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
890–1090
ACT (middle 50%)
15–19
Average net price
$10,009
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$18,958
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
37%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Fayetteville State University?
Fayetteville State University accepts about 82 of every 100 applicants (82%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 890 and 1090 on the SAT. A score at or above 1090 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 890, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 15–19.
The latest federal data says Fayetteville State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Fayetteville State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Fayetteville State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $18,958 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $10,009 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $8,412 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$4,412
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$8,412
- Room & board$11,449
- Total cost of attendance$18,958
- Average net price after grants$10,009
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences.
Fayetteville State University FAQ
- What is Fayetteville State University's acceptance rate?
- 82% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Fayetteville State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 890–1090. Aim for 1090 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Fayetteville State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 15–19.
- Is Fayetteville State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Fayetteville State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Fayetteville State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Fayetteville State University cost?
- About $18,958 a year before aid; $10,009 on average after grants.
- What is Fayetteville State University's FAFSA school code?
- 002928. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Fayetteville State University receives your information.
- What is Fayetteville State University's graduation rate?
- 37% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Fayetteville State University
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Carolina UniversityCullowhee, NC | 82% | 1080–1270 | $13,025 | 61% |
| North Carolina Wesleyan UniversityRocky Mount, NC | 80% | — | $20,318 | 45% |
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