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Fayetteville State University is a medium, four-year, primarily residential, public school with 6,220 students enrolled. This school was originated in 1867 and is one of the 5 schools located in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Fayetteville State University is one of the Historically Black College or University institutions (HBCU).

Academic Offerings



Majors
Offered
39
At Fayetteville State University you can obtain your bachelor's degree, master's degree, or doctoral degree.

Fayetteville State University deploys a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers enrollment in 39 majors. The most popular concentrations are Education, Business, Psychology, Management, and Criminal Justice. Read the details about all majors offered at this college.

Student Retention
69%
It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a good sign. Nevertheless, if you would like to transfer or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The rate of student retention at Fayetteville State University is relatively low at 69% (close to North Carolina average). Taking this statistic into consideration, it seems that students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school.

Students to Faculty Ratio
21 : 1
The graduation rate at Fayetteville State University is low: 38%. About 14% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.

Student to full-time faculty ratio at Fayetteville State University is decent: 21:1. Learn more information regarding instructors at this college in the Faculty Info report.

Tuition and Loans



FAFSA Code
for 2010/11
002928
If you plan to file your FAFSA application for Federal Student Aid, the college code for Fayetteville State University is 002928. Please verify this code before using it with your FAFSA application.

Federal Student Aid is an office of the US Department of Education, which provides financial aid to eligible students and families. To meet minimum eligibility requirements you will need to have a valid Social Security number and high school diploma or GED certificate.

Tuition and fees per year
$13,400
It is quite easy to be approved for a loan at Fayetteville State University, as 71% of the school's students receive loans, while the average loan amount is about $3,700.

Average tuition price is close to the nationwide median - about $12,100 per year. The additional fees at Fayetteville State University (not included in tuition costs) are about $1,300, which comes to $13,400 per academic year.

Admissions Information



Acceptance
Rate
78%
This college will consider accepting your dual credits, credits for life experience (learned through independent study, noncredit adult courses, work experience, portfolio demonstration, previous licensure or certification, or completion of other learning opportunities), and advanced placement credits (college-level courses taught in high school) at entry.

As reported in recent government data, 2,454 applications were submitted and 1,914 were accepted (78%); so it is easy to become a student at this school.

Dual Credits
Accepted
Yes
The undergraduate application fee at Fayetteville State University is $25.00. The application fee cannot be applied toward tuition or other required fees; in addition, the application fee is non-refundable if the student is not accepted to the college.

The graduate application fee is $25.00.

If you wish to obtain more details about admission at Fayetteville State University, call the school's general information office at (910) 672-1111 or check Fayetteville State University Website.

Opportunities and Services



Videos
Available
14
Fayetteville State University offers a distance education program, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is an amazing option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Fayetteville State University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and to find a full-time job upon graduation.

Dormatory
Annual Price
$2,900
Fayetteville State University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates around 1,300 students, which provides a good on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is relatively low - nearly $2,900 annually.

Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Fayetteville State University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have received a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Crime and Safety



Safety
Grade
D+
Based on the college crime data, Fayetteville State University seems to be a relatively dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime Report for this college.

Learn about other colleges around Fayetteville. Other cities to get an education from close to Fayetteville State University are Dunn, Buies Creek, Dublin, Clinton, and Lumberton.

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Fayetteville State University Location and Maps



Post Address: Fayetteville State University, 1200 Murchison Rd, Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301-4298, USA
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