Elon, NC

Elon University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Elon University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Elon, NC.
It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification.
Elon University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

66% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 18,105 applied, 12,012 accepted, and 1,607 enrolled in Elon.
642 men and 965 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,200 SAT, 25 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,200 and ACT score is 25. The SAT score of 1200 is good, 74 to 81 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total113012001280
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing580610650
Math550590630
ACT Score
Composite232528
Math212427
English232527
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $46,958 for undergraduate programs and $22,086 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 5.44% compared to last year at Elon University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

4,187 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $16,543.
For freshmen, 1,271 students (75%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $17,523.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 7,239 students enrolled Elon in 2025.
By gender, 2,903 men and 4,336 women students are enrolled.
There are 6,452 undergraduate and 787 graduate students.
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99 Major Programs

  • 11 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Elon is 84%.
The retention rate is 90% for full-time and 90% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
84%
Retention Rate
90%
Students to Faculty Ratio
11 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 620 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Elon and the average faculty salary is $94,816. The studetns to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.
There are 1,640 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $73,734.
Number of Faculties
620
Average Faculty Salary
$94,816
Number of Staffs
1,640
Average Staff Salary
$73,734

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Elon University is a member of Coastal Athletic Association (CAA).
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