Campus Vibe
Known for psychology — close-knit campus
Chowan University is a private institution in Murfreesboro with particular strength in psychology and business. With an average SAT of 970, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 638 undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
29% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $38,412 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,189.
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News & Alerts
Chowan University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 970
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
43.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,250
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
4
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (29)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
57%
- •57% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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Varsity Sports
History & Fun Facts
- •History Chowan Female College, 1854 Chowan was founded by Godwin Cotton Moore in 1848 as Chowan Baptist Female Institute, a four-year women's college.
- •The McDowell Columns building, which houses the administrative offices of the college, was constructed in 1851.
- •Between 1850 and 1867, the school changed names to the Chowan Female Collegiate Institute, then switched back to the Chowan Baptist Female Institute.
- •The school was renamed Chowan College in 1910 when it began awarding baccalaureate degrees, and began admitting male students in 1931.
- •Financial strain from the effects of the Great Depression forced the school to become a two-year institution in 1937.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
Climate (School Year)
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