Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Fayetteville, North Carolina |
| Online | uncfsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Fayetteville State University (FSU) is a public historically Black university established in 1867 as the Howard School for African Americans. The 156-acre suburban campus sits within the Murchison Road corridor, approximately five miles from downtown Fayetteville and Fort Bragg military installation. FSU operates as part of the University of North Carolina System, offering undergraduate and graduate programs with notable strengths in business administration, criminal justice, nursing, and education. The university maintains a traditional residential campus environment with multiple student housing options, while also serving a significant population of military-affiliated and commuter students. As a member of the NCAA Division II Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), FSU fields competitive teams in several sports, with its basketball program having achieved particular recognition.
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Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Fayetteville State University is rated within the lower 23% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Fayetteville State University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#999 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#421 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#34 in Best Colleges in North Carolina
#16 in Best Public Colleges in North Carolina
#44 in Best Value Colleges in North Carolina
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 870/1060 |
| ACT | 14/19 |
| GPA | 3.11 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
North Carolina Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $400 |
| Other Fees | $2,906 |
| Room and Board | $9,440 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,490 |
| Total One Year Cost | $17,236 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $400 |
| Other Fees | $2,906 |
| Room and Board | $9,440 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,490 |
| Total One Year Cost | $21,236 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 18% |
| Social Sciences | 15% |
| Psychology | 14% |
| Education | 11% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024