Mailing Address: 1601 East Market Street, Greensboro, NC 27411-0002

2008 Rank: 21

2006 Rank: 3

African American Graduation Rate: 39%

Average GPA: 3.22

Total Enrollment: 8,666

African American Enrollment: 8,093

Number of Applications: 5,598

Acceptance Rate: 56%

Average SAT Scores: Reading: 380-480; Math 400-500; Writing 370-470

Black Student Group(s): NAACP

Summer Program(s): Aggie Enrichment Camps

Application Deadline(s): Regular Decision: Rolling

Early Decision: Nov. 1

Financial Aid/Deadlines: March 15

Costs: Tuition & Fees: $37,718; Room & Board: $3,159; Books & Supplies: 1,400

Greek Organizations: Alpha Phi Alpha, Iota Phi Theta, Kappa Alpha Psi, Phi Beta Sigma, Omega Psi Phi, Delta Sigma Theta, Sigma Gamma Rho, Zeta Phi Beta

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ADMISSIONS Q&A

Dr. Yvette Underdue Murph, Associate Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs/Enrollment Management

What are you looking for in a student?

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions upholds the university’s high standard to recruit, admit, and enroll domestic and international first-time college bound freshmen and transfer students, who have an outstanding array of academic credentials and extracurricular endeavors; very diverse socioeconomic, geographic, athletic, religious, cultural, racial, ethnic, and international backgrounds; and wide-ranging interests, achievements, experiences, talents, and beliefs. It is the university’s experience and judgment that this mix of students will foster a vibrant educational atmosphere that provides the best educational experience for all students.

What advice do you have for students who might fall short of minimum requirements, but still want to attend?

In the event the applicant does not meet our minimum SAT requirement, we encourage them to retake the SAT to achieve a higher score. In the event that the applicant does not meet both our minimum GPA and SAT requirement, we encourage them to enroll into a community college and earn an Associate Degree and re-apply as a transfer student.

What advice do you have for applicants?

Submit their application for admissions along with supporting documentation within or prior to our deadline to obtain an early admission decision.

What kind of opportunities do you have for nontraditional students?

Our nontraditional/transfer students are offered orientation sessions designed specifically for the adult/ nontraditional learner. Inclusive in the orientation are discussions of issues most often faced by this population, i.e., evening and weekend classes, academic advisement scheduling, directory of campus contacts most often accessed by nontraditional students, tutorial schedules. We also provide workshops through the Nontraditional Students Organization (NTSO). Workshops include time and stress management, financial planning (personal and student financial aid), resume design and interview tips.

How does the university weigh GPA, SAT scores, extracurricular activities and college essay and recommendations during the application process?

An applicant for admission is considered individually in accordance with the following criteria:

Evidence of academic achievement and promise with considerable facility in the use of the English language and with an understanding of the fundamental mathematical processes;

Complete record from an accredited secondary or preparatory school with graduation based on no fewer than 19 units;

Satisfactory scores on the SAT or the ACT; (Students may be exempt from these tests if the high school graduation date is five (5) or more years at the point of matriculation to the university.);

Satisfactory GPA and class rank

These criteria, and those which follow, are applied flexibly to assure that people with unusual qualifications are not rejected in the admissions process. However, admission to the University is selective for out-of-state students. The University of North Carolina System has mandated that no more than 18 percent of the freshman class can be from out-of-state. Therefore, academic achievement and SAT/ACT scores must be competitive.

What is the student-teacher ratio

4:1

What is the university’s housing situation like? Is it difficult for freshman/sophomores to get housing?

It is not difficult for our University to offer students on campus housing as we make every effort to accommodate all students. Freshmen and sophomores currently account for approximately three quarters of our on-campus housing. Like most universities, North Carolina A & T State University utilizes a lottery system to assign on-campus housing to continuing students.

Are students guaranteed housing freshman year? How difficult is it to secure on-campus housing for freshman?

On-campus housing at North Carolina A&T State University is not guaranteed for any group of students. However, in the last four years, every incoming new student request for on-campus has been granted. We have a total enrollment of approximately 10,500 students and the University provides on-campus accommodations for approximately 35% of this population.

How active is the college in helping students find internships and full-time jobs?

The mission of The Office of Career Services (OCS) is to provide centralized, comprehensive and progressive programs, services and resources in preparing students to achieve meaningful and successful career development. Structured on-campus recruiting and cooperative education programs, online job announcements through the OCS website, and printed job announcement information are made available to assist students with the job search. In addition, various workshops and programs (i.e., resume writing, interviewing skills, transitioning from college to the workforce, etc.) are provided to help students prepare.

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