Known for psychology — excellent value
Norfolk State University is a public institution in Norfolk with particular strength in psychology and business. With an average SAT of 980, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 5.5K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
33% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,666 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,973.
Established
1935
Motto
On seal: "Achievement, Citizenship""We See the Future in You"
Mascot
Spiro the Spartan
Type
Public historically black university
Conference
Eastern
Division
Division I
87%Acceptance
980SAT Avg
5,495Students
18:1Student:Faculty
33%Grad Rate
$44,666Earnings 10yr
$12,973Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate87.5%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 980
Reading & WritingMid: 497
430575
MathMid: 475
410525
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 18
1621
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$9,910
Tuition (out-of-state)$21,412
Room & Board$11,692
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$26,093
Average Net Price$12,973
Median Debt at Graduation$29,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$307
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$11,099
$30–48K$12,836
$48–75K$13,868
$75–110K$14,235
$110K+$18,020
Programs (48)
Student Body
Undergrads
5,495
Gender Split
67% / 33%
Women / Men
First Generation
37%
Pell Grant Recipients
62%
Race & Ethnicity
White 2%
Black 84%
Hispanic 5%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate32.7%
Freshman Retention72.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$33,412
8 Years$40,645
10 Years$44,666
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$38,000
Men
$40,000
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia