63%

Acceptance Rate

$25,548

Avg.Financial Aid

002951

FAFSA Code

About North Carolina Wesleyan College

Type Control of Institution - Public/Private

Private

Not-For-Profit

4 Years

Student Population Number of Students attending College

2,034

Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.

SACSCOC

Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.

United Methodist

On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?

Yes

Located in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, North Carolina Wesleyan College is a private, United Methodist university. Interestingly, North Carolina Wesleyan College has an ethnically diverse student population. At NCWC around 42% are Black or African American, 28% are white, and 14% belong to an unknown race or ethnicity. And, at the university, around 65% of the students are 24 and under. When it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 58% of the students are females and 42% are males. The college has produced several achievers in its many years of existence and some of the notable alumni are Scott Forbes, Andri Rúnar Bjarnason, Marc Harris, and Clay Earl Jackson. The university boasts of a decent sports infrastructure. It also encourages its students to participate in athletics, as it helps in building character. A total of 49 programs are currently offered by the varsity to the students. It includes both the residential as well as online programs. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

Location & Contact

Address

3400 N Wesleyan Blvd

Contact

Email: N/A
Phone: 2529855100
Fax: 2529855309
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Rankings

It becomes easier for the aspirants to apply to a college and have their doubts regarding the same cleared if the college has a ranking. It is said that the more information that a prospective student has about a college, the better it is. The ranking of a college helps a student overcome the confusion of which university/college is right for them and also other prospects. Before taking admission, a student can assess the college chosen by them on various grounds like research excellence, the performance of its students after graduation, and their experience, among others. Notably, for the rankings, the two publications, US News and Forbes, are trusted everywhere. However, it should be noted that North Carolina Wesleyan College does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest ranking of these two publications.

Admissions

Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.

None

Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.

63%

SAT Range

870 - 1090

ACT Range

15 - 21

Application Fee

FALSE$

SAT/ACT

Recommended

High School GPA

Required

Accept Common App

None

The students can make the most out of the admission process as the admission at the university is easy. North Carolina Wesleyan College has 3 admission thresholds. Along with the admission form, the students have to deposit a non-refundable fee to complete the application process. As per the past trends, the SAT score of a student must lie in the range of 860-1070 to improve her chances. Notably, students securing ACT score less than 15 might also given admission but the average ACT score at North Carolina Wesleyan College is 17. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at 3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, North Carolina 27804, or call (252) 985-5100.

Annual Cost to Attend

Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.

$16,419

Average Annual Cost

$30,600

Books And Supplies

$300

Other Fees

$150

Room And Board The charges for an academic year for rooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.

$10,800

Budget For Other Expenses

$2,200

Total One Year Cost

$44,050

The next two things to keep in mind before applying to NCWC are the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The annual full-time cost of attendance comes out to be approximately $44,375. The average annual tuition cost ($31,650), books and supplies ($300), room and boarding ($11,150), and budget for other expenses ($2,350) are all included in this cost. If it sounds unaffordable to the applicant, there are numerous financial aid options available that they can explore.

Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

Master's degree

Student:Faculty Ratio

17:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

63%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

50%

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

N/A

Faculty Overview

53%

Male Professors

47%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Business Administration, Management...

219 Graduates

Criminal Justice and Corrections

97 Graduates

Psychology, General

84 Graduates

Accounting and Related Services

51 Graduates

Computer and Information Sciences,...

40 Graduates

Teacher Education and Professional...

16 Graduates

Health and Physical Education/Fitne...

14 Graduates

Religion/Religious Studies

13 Graduates

Marketing

10 Graduates

History

5 Graduates

Sociology

5 Graduates

Education, General

3 Graduates

Health/Medical Preparatory Programs

3 Graduates

Mathematics

3 Graduates

Special Education and Teaching

3 Graduates

Biology, General

2 Graduates

Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

2 Graduates

English Language and Literature, Ge...

2 Graduates

Political Science and Government

2 Graduates

Natural Resources Conservation and...

1 Graduates

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Student Body

Undergraduate Students

2,007

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

55%

Full-time

84%

Part-time

16%

Students Gender

Male

44%

US National: 44%

Female

56%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

30% White

13% Unknown

42% Black

3% Hispanic

3% Two or more races

7% Non Resident alien

1% Asian

1% American Indian/Alaska native

0% Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

Geographic Density

Geographic Density

High

0%

Unknown Location

26%

Out Of State

61%

In State

13%

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$57,249 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and 90% of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

No

Freshmen Live on Campus

90%

Undergrads in College Housing

N/A

Averege Housing Cost

$4,800/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $6,000/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$6,000/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Battling Bishop

School Colors

navy blue and gold

Varsity Athletics Association

NCAA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

USA South Athletic Conference

Total Male Athletes

298

Total Female Athletes

123

Intramural Sports

7

Sports Club

N/A

Sports Team (Men)

Baseball

Basketball

Cheerleading-Dance Team

Cross Country

Football

Golf

Soccer

Tennis

Sports Team (Women)

Basketball

Cheerleading-Dance Team

Cross Country

Lacrosse

Soccer

Softball

Tennis

Track and Field

Volleyball

Campus Safety

24-Hour Security Patrol

Yes

Campus Emergency Phones

Yes

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Yes

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

Yes

On-campus housing facilities are offered to the students who wish to remain nearby. A candidate will be needed to pay a normal expense of $11,150 per year for living on campus. North Carolina Wesleyan College has several dining and meal plan options for its students and the average meal plan at NCWC costs around $6,000 per year. To ensure the safety and security of students, the college has a number of campus safety and security measures in place. Some of these features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The college has enrolled around 42% male and 58% female students.

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$30,800/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$38,600/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$0$100,000

$20,843

$26,425

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$216 - 274

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

99%

Average Aid Per Year

$25,548

Students Receiving Federal Grants

57%

Average Aid Per Year

$5,137

Students Receiving State Aid

50%

Average Aid Per Year

$4,650

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

99%

Average Aid Per Year

$20,244

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income

Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$28,251

$30K - $48K

$28,127

$48K - $75K

$24,485

$75K - $110K

$24,093

> $110K

$20,247

As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at NCWC to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. The average federal grant that comes from the college is around $5,228, whereas the financial aid is $22,645. The students at the college are provided with state aid and institutional aid. The state aid stands at $4,956, while the institutional aid is $22,645.

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