Fayetteville State University

Fayetteville, NC • public • II | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

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Overview

Institution Type

public

Campus Setting

Urban

Student Population

Undergrad: 7,066 • Total: 8,337

Academic Calendar

Semester

Honors College/Program

Yes
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Address

1200 Murchison Rd
Fayetteville, NC
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Website

www.uncfsu.edu

Region

Southeast

Carnegie Classification

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

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 2,231 (31.6%) • Female: 4,835 (68.4%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	110	1.6%
Black/African American	4,327	61.2%
Hispanic/Latino	748	10.6%
White	1,121	15.9%
Two or More Races	416	5.9%
International	69	1.0%

Special Designation

Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

79.9%

4,029 admitted from 5,043 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

Sometimes Required

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 445-520
Math: 410-525
Total: 855-1045

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

15-20

Application Types Offered

RD

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$50

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

RD:	04/03/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

35.2%

4-Year Graduation Rate

20.7%

Freshman Retention Rate

78.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

28.2:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

In-State

$12,821

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Out-of-State

$16,821

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

In-state: $1,000
Out-of-state: $5,000

Room & Board

$11,449

Books & Supplies

$372

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$6,233
$30,001-48,000	$6,908
$48,001-75,000	$8,983
$75,001-110,000	$13,354
$110,001+	$14,112

Students Receiving Pell Grants

68%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

II

Conference

Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Men's Sports (4)

Basketball Cross Country Football Golf

Women's Sports (7)

Basketball Bowling Cross Country Softball Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor) Volleyball

View Full Athletics Details (Roster Sizes, Scholarships) →

💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements

3.2 GPA

In-State Awards

$2,000-$5,000/yr

Out-of-State Awards

$2,000-$5,000/yr

3 automatic scholarships (5 total)

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Common questions about Fayetteville State University

What is Fayetteville State University's acceptance rate?

Fayetteville State University accepts 80% of applicants, from 5,043 applications.

How much does Fayetteville State University cost?

Tuition and fees are $1,000 in-state and $5,000 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $6,233 on average after aid.

Does Fayetteville State University require SAT or ACT scores?

Fayetteville State University requires test scores from some applicants.

What ACT score do you need for Fayetteville State University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 15 and 20 on the ACT.

What is Fayetteville State University's graduation rate?

35% of students graduate within six years.