Fayetteville State University

Overview

Fayetteville State University (FSU), established in 1867, stands as a historically black university located in Fayetteville, North Carolina, offering a blend of liberal arts and sciences and professional programs. It is part of the University of North Carolina system. With its urban campus setting, FSU provides a diverse academic environment, encompassing undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs across various fields of study. While granting a more accessible admission process, the university places emphasis on fields such as criminal justice, psychology, and business administration. FSU supports residential living through its on-campus housing facilities. Positioned approximately 63 miles south of Raleigh, Fayetteville State University benefits from its proximity to a major urban center, facilitating potential career and internship opportunities for its students.

In the most recent statistical year 4,116 prospective students applied, and 3,344 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 786 enrolled in the school.  4,416 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,371 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $1,000 plus fees of $2,906. Fayetteville State University is ranked 999 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.