Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002927
- Phone: (252) 335-3400
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
78.44%FINANCIAL AID RATE
74%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$14,442Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Elon University (ECSU)
1704 Weeksville Rd, Elizabeth City, NC
Elon University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Elon, North Carolina, it resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. Elon University has a yearly student enrollment of approximately five thousand.
Areas of study offered at Elon University include but are not limited to:
- Communications And Journalism
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Very common test scores among students accepted to this school are between 25 - 29 on the ACT, or 1680 - 1980 for the SAT exam. This school accepts approximately 60 percent of applicants yearly. Of those accepted, around 27 percent registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $31,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $4,900. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.
Athletic programs are available at Elon University through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Sports available may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.elon.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates ECSU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Elon University has a total student population of about 7,000, with undergraduate students making up about 89% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $40,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- Per unit charges are around $1,300 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 74% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 66% | $14,528 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 34% | $8,566 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Elon University may offer student services like:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Law Program
- * Accredited by the American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar (since 2011)
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 1991)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Elon University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Colonial Athletic Association)
- Basketball (Colonial Athletic Association)
- Track and Field (Colonial Athletic Association)
- Football (Colonial Athletic Association)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Elon University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Finance (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Accounting (B, M)
- International Business (B)
- Entrepreneurship (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Multimedia (B, M)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
Engineering
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Statistics (B)
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
- Religious Studies (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- International Relations (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Anthropology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- Averett University in Virginia Beach, VA (18 miles away)
- Averett University - Non - Traditional Programs in Oakwood, VA (18 miles away)
- Bennett College for Women in Belmont, NC (24 miles away)
- Greensboro College in Dallas, NC (24 miles away)
- Guilford College in Greensboro, NC (25 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002927
- Phone: (252) 335-3400
- School Homepage