Overview
Student Population
Located in Norfolk, Virginia, Norfolk State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 6,490 prospective students applied, and 5,753 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,113 enrolled in the school. 4,827 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 631 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $5,752 plus fees of $3,870. NSU is ranked 938 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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NSU is rated within the lower 24% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Norfolk State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#938 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#401 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#28 in Best Colleges in Virginia
#15 in Best Public Colleges in Virginia
#39 in Best Value Colleges in Virginia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 860/1083 |
| ACT | 15/20 |
| GPA | 2.9 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Virginia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,235 |
| Other Fees | $3,870 |
| Room and Board | $10,844 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,009 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,710 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,235 |
| Other Fees | $3,870 |
| Room and Board | $10,844 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,009 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,878 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 21% |
| Business | 16% |
| Social Sciences | 11% |
| General Studies | 10% |
| Communication | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=232937 IPEDS survey data for Norfolk State University.
Current students may use the Norfolk State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.