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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Murfreesboro, NC

Chowan University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in NC. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$27,110

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

72.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

27.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$38,412

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Chowan University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Murfreesboro, NC. With a competitive tuition profile of $27,110, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 27.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing485 – 585
20025th–75th percentile800
Math395 – 560
20025th–75th percentile800
Transfer-Out Rate37.1%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$108,440

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

12.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$8,412

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$24,320

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$59,800

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 27%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Chowan University is $29,491.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
38.4%
61.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
49.8%
White
28.1%
International
6.9%
Unknown
6.0%
Hispanic
4.5%
Two or more
3.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.8%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%
Asian
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$27,110

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$14,377
$30k - $48k$13,289
$48k - $75k$18,449
$75k+$17,407

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$29,491
Pell Grant Recipients60.8%
Using Federal Loans57.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment31.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

56.7%

Success

27.0%

In-State Cost

$27,110

Age 25+ Students

5.2%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

782 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Murfreesboro (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Murfreesboro (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.