NCAT Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 49.90%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1100. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $6,813
- Out-of-State Tuition: $20,673
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at NCAT:
- Total Enrollment: 14,311, including 1,656 online students
- 12,497 Undergraduate, 1,814 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 38.5% men, 61.5% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 57%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 22%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 78%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 136 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 42 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 51 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
NCAT Overview
North Carolina A & T State University (NCAT) is a four-year, public school located in Greensboro, NC. It is a historically black college/university. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The NCAT's tuition & fees is $6,813 for North Carolina residents and $20,673 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 74% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,685.
The school has a total enrollment of 14,311 and the students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1 (5.00%).
NCAT's acceptance rate is 49.90% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 15.02%. The median SAT score is 1100 and the ACT score is 20.
NCAT ranked 278th in National Universities and 22nd in North Carolina Colleges rankings. North Carolina A & T State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of North Carolina A & T State University is $6,813 for in-state students and $20,673 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $8,368 for in-state students and $21,168 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $6,879 for North Carolina residents and $20,941 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,642 for North Carolina residents and $21,436 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $6,813 | $20,673 |
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| Graduate | $8,368 | $21,168 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $6,879 | $20,941 |
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| Graduate | $8,642 | $21,436 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
North Carolina A & T State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at NCAT
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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