Elon University

Elon, NC • private • CSS Profile • I | Coastal Athletic Association | FCS

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Suburban

Student Population

Undergrad: 6,622 • Total: 7,562

Academic Calendar

4-1-4 or similar

Address

100 Campus Drive
Elon, NC
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Website

www.elon.edu

Region

Southeast

Carnegie Classification

Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 2,764 (41.7%) • Female: 3,858 (58.3%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	160	2.4%
Black/African American	350	5.3%
Hispanic/Latino	449	6.8%
White	5,102	77.0%
Two or More Races	172	2.6%
International	145	2.2%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

67.3%

12,649 admitted from 18,791 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

Sometimes Required

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 580-675
Math: 563-630
Total: 1143-1305

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

23-28

Application Types Offered

EA ED I RD

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$60

Financial Aid Forms

CSS Profile Required

Deadlines

EA:	11/01/2025
ED I:	11/01/2025
RD:	01/10/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

83.0%

4-Year Graduation Rate

78.1%

Freshman Retention Rate

90.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

13.3:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$62,336

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $46,451

Room & Board

$14,985

Books & Supplies

$900

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$26,523
$30,001-48,000	$23,514
$48,001-75,000	$24,064
$75,001-110,000	$34,472
$110,001+	$49,743

Students Receiving Pell Grants

66%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$41,849

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

I

Conference

Coastal Athletic Association

Football

FCS

Men's Sports (7)

Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football (FCS) Golf Soccer Tennis

Women's Sports (8)

Basketball Golf Lacrosse Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball

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Common questions about Elon University

What is Elon University's acceptance rate?

Elon University accepts 67% of applicants, from 18,791 applications.

How much does Elon University cost?

Tuition and fees are $46,451. Families earning under $30,000 pay $26,523 on average after aid.

Does Elon University require SAT or ACT scores?

Elon University requires test scores from some applicants.

What ACT score do you need for Elon University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 23 and 28 on the ACT.

What is Elon University's graduation rate?

83% of students graduate within six years.