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WSSU ECSU North Carolina Central University BC SU Randolph RU Methodist NSU NCAT UALR ECU| Fayetteville State University | University of Lynchburg | College 3 | College 4 | |
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Overview |
Fayetteville State University | University of Lynchburg | ||
| Location | Fayetteville, NC | Lynchburg, VA | ||
| Setting | Midsize City | Small City | ||
| Enrollment | 6,787 | 2,394 | ||
| Type | Public 4 Year | Private 4 Year | ||
| National Ranking | #999 | #586 | ||
| Religious Affiliation | - | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) | - | - |
| Status | Non-profit | Non-profit | ||
| Website | uncfsu.edu | lynchburg.edu | ||
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Costs |
Fayetteville State University | University of Lynchburg | ||
| Tuition (In State) | $1,000 | $34,500 | ||
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| Tuition (Out of State) | $5,000 | $34,500 | ||
| Room & Board | $9,440 | $13,060 | ||
| Avg Net Price | $6,355 | $23,256 | ||
| Avg Grant Aid | $10,050 | $24,138 | ||
| % Receiving Grant Aid | 89% | 100% |
Admission |
Fayetteville State University | University of Lynchburg | ||
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| Admission Chances | Calculate | Calculate | ||
| Applied | 4,116 | 3,230 | ||
| Admitted | 3,344 | 3,099 | ||
| Acceptance Rate | 81.2% | 95.9% | ||
| Enrolled % | 23.5% | 13.2% | ||
| Avg High School GPA | 3.11 | 3.53 | ||
| Typical High School Grades | B | B+ | ||
| Admissions Standards | Extremely Easy | Average | ||
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| ACT Range | 14/19 | 21/28 | ||
| SAT Range | 870/1060 | 1000/1230 | ||
| Submit Test Scores | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional) | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional) | ||
| Application Deadline | Aug 1, 2024 | Sep 1, 2023 |
Academics |
Fayetteville State University | University of Lynchburg | ||
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| Student to Faculty Ratio | 18:1 | 10:1 | ||
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Outcomes |
Fayetteville State University | University of Lynchburg | ||
| Graduation Rate | 31% | 52% | ||
| Median Earnings (After 10 years) | $32,500 | $46,400 | ||
| Making Student Loan Payments | 28% | 70% | ||
| Median Student Loan Debt | $22,161 | $27,000 | ||
| Median Loan Payment | $229 | $279 |
Diversity |
Fayetteville State University | University of Lynchburg | ||
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| % Men | 30% | 37% | ||
| % Women | 70% | 63% | ||
| Racial Diversity | Medium | Low | ||
| HBCU | Yes | No | ||
| % White | 19% | 73% | ||
| % Black | 64% | 11% | ||
| % Hispanic | 6% | 5% | ||
| % Native American | 3% | 0% | ||
| % Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | ||
| % Two or More Races | 0% | 4% | ||
| % International | 0% | 3% | ||
| % Unknown Race | 6% | 3% |
Students |
Fayetteville State University | University of Lynchburg | ||
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| % In-State | 84% | 74% | ||
| % Out-of-State | 12% | 22% | ||
Campus |
Fayetteville State University | University of Lynchburg | ||
| Campus Housing | Yes | Yes | ||
| Freshman Dorm Required | No | No | ||
| Meal Plan | Yes | Yes | ||
| Weekend/Evening Classes | Yes | No | ||
| Daycare Facility | Yes | No | ||
| Learn More | Details | Details |
Comparable Facts
- Fayetteville State University is larger than than University of Lynchburg based on total student enrollment (6,787 students vs. 2,394 students)
Fayetteville State University vs. University of Lynchburg Cost Comparison
Which college is more expensive, Fayetteville State University or University of Lynchburg?
- University of Lynchburg is 3,350% more expensive to attend than Fayetteville State University for in-state tuition ($34,500.00 vs. $1,000.00)
- Out of state tuition is 590% higher at University of Lynchburg than Fayetteville State University ($34,500.00 vs. $5,000.00)
- The typical actual cost that students pay to attend (average net price) is less at Fayetteville State University than University of Lynchburg ($6,355 vs. $23,256)
- Living costs (room and board or off-campus housing budget) at Fayetteville State University are 38.3% lower than costs at University of Lynchburg ($9,440 vs. $13,060)
- More students receive financial grant aid at University of Lynchburg than Fayetteville State University (100% vs. 89%)
- The average total grant financial aid received by University of Lynchburg students is 140.2% larger than aid received Fayetteville State University ($24,138 vs. $10,050)
Fayetteville State University vs. University of Lynchburg Admissions Difficulty Comparison
Which college is harder to get into, Fayetteville State University or University of Lynchburg? Average SAT and ACT scores plus acceptance rates offer good insight into the difficulty of admission between University of Lynchburg or Fayetteville State University .
- The average SAT score at University of Lynchburg (1014) is 144 points higher than at Fayetteville State University (870)
- Incoming University of Lynchburg students have a 3 point higher average ACT score (22) than students at Fayetteville State University (19)
- Accepted freshman University of Lynchburg students have a 0.42 point higher average high school GPA (3.53) than students at Fayetteville State University (3.11)
- University of Lynchburg has a higher acceptance rate (95.9%) than Fayetteville State University (81.2%)
Fayetteville State University vs. University of Lynchburg Graduation Outcomes Comparison
Which is better, Fayetteville State University or University of Lynchburg? Graduation rate, salary and amount of student loan debt are indicators of a college which offers better outcomes for its graduates. Compare the following outcomes facts between University of Lynchburg and Fayetteville State University.
- The graduation rate at University of Lynchburg is higher than Fayetteville State University (52% vs. 31%)
- Graduates from University of Lynchburg earn on average $13,900 more per year than Fayetteville State University graduates after ten years. ($46,400 vs. $32,500)
- Fayetteville State University students graduate with a $4,839 lower median federal student loan debt than University of Lynchburg graduates. ($22,161 vs. $27,000)
- Fayetteville State University graduates are paying $50 less per month on federal student loans than University of Lynchburg graduates. ($229 vs. $279)
- More University of Lynchburg graduates are actively paying back their federal student loan debt than former Fayetteville State University students, three years after graduation. (70% vs. 28%)
Sources: U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov IPEDS and College Scorecard https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/