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Catawba College

Salisbury, NC • private • II | South Atlantic Conference
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Acceptance
77.7%
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Grad Rate
52%
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Cost
$49,265

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Suburban
Student Population
Undergrad: 1,370 • Total: 1,471
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
2300 W Innes St
Salisbury, NC
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Website
www.catawba.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 32

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 659 (48.1%) • Female: 711 (51.9%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 15 1.1%
Black/African American 286 20.9%
Hispanic/Latino 136 9.9%
White 665 48.5%
Two or More Races 44 3.2%
International 81 5.9%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
77.7%
1,979 admitted from 2,547 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 500-593
Math: 510-593
Total: 1010-1186
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
20-25
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/15/2025
RD: 02/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
52.1%
4-Year Graduation Rate
44.9%
Freshman Retention Rate
73.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
17.6:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$49,265
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $34,300
Room & Board
$13,565
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $13,618
$30,001-48,000 $17,495
$48,001-75,000 $15,412
$75,001-110,000 $17,440
$110,001+ $24,420
Students Receiving Pell Grants
97%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$18,319

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
II
Conference
South Atlantic Conference
Men's Sports (9)
Baseball Basketball Football Golf Lacrosse Soccer Swimming Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (10)
Basketball Beach Volleyball Golf Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about Catawba College

What is Catawba College's acceptance rate?
Catawba College accepts 78% of applicants, from 2,547 applications.
How much does Catawba College cost?
Tuition and fees are $34,300. Families earning under $30,000 pay $13,618 on average after aid.
Does Catawba College require SAT or ACT scores?
Catawba College requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Catawba College?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 20 and 25 on the ACT.
What is Catawba College's graduation rate?
52% of students graduate within six years.