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ACCEPTANCE RATE

58.29%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

97%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

18:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

24

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$8,202

Average 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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Liberal Arts Degree

The liberal arts program at North Carolina A & T State University prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.

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North Carolina A & T State University

522 N. Old Carriage Road, Rocky Mount, NC

NCAT is a public historically black institution located in Greensboro, NC. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of North Carolina. Approximately eleven thousand students enroll at North Carolina A & T State University annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

  • Communications And Journalism
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Psychology

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Students may take either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at NCAT. A score between 1150 - 1420 on the SAT, or 16 - 21 for the ACT is common among accepted students. Roughly 60% of all students that applied were admitted at North Carolina A & T State University, with 54% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found at ncat.edu.

The tuition at North Carolina A & T State University varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $5,100 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $16,000 per year. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $3,700 each year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at NCAT through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs offered include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Softball (NCAA Division I-AA)

To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at ncat.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. North Carolina A & T State University offers a bachelor's degree program in liberal arts.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male55
Female75

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black86
Hispanic2
White3
Multiple Races3
Non Resident Alien1
Unknown35

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Liberal Arts program at North Carolina A & T State University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants North Carolina A & T State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, North Carolina A & T State University may provide student services like:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

North Carolina A & T State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
  • Basketball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
  • Track and Field (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
  • Football (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
  • Golf
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Bowling