Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Wilson, North Carolina |
| Online | barton.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Wilson, North Carolina, approximately 45 miles east of Raleigh, Barton College is a private liberal arts institution set on a 75-acre suburban campus characterized by its Georgian-style architecture. Founded in 1902 as Atlantic Christian College, the institution adopted its current name in 1990 and maintains an affiliation with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The college offers undergraduate programs with particular strengths in nursing, education, business, and social work, while also featuring specialized programs in healthcare administration and deaf education. Barton provides traditional residence hall living for its undergraduate population and competes in NCAA Division II athletics, with its teams known as the Bulldogs participating in the Conference Carolinas.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Barton College is rated within the lower 30% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Barton College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#949 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#561 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#28 in Best Colleges in North Carolina
#17 in Best Private Colleges in North Carolina
#18 in Best Value Colleges in North Carolina
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 970/1150 |
| ACT | 17/23 |
| GPA | 3.25 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $500 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $11,100 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,850 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,850 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 30% |
| Education | 15% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| Human Services | 9% |
| General Studies | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=197911 IPEDS survey data for Barton College.
Current students may use the Barton College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024