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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Elizabeth City, NC

Mid-Atlantic Christian University

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

Annual Tuition

$17,280

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

76.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

43.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$38,342

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Mid-Atlantic Christian University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Elizabeth City, NC. With a competitive tuition profile of $17,280, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 43.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$69,120

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

8.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$8,342

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$14,300

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$97,720

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 43%

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 Mid-Atlantic Christian University is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
29.8%
70.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
49.1%
Black
35.4%
Two or more
6.8%
Hispanic
6.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.2%
Asian
0.6%
International
0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%
Unknown
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

$17,280

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$24,091
$30k - $48k$23,462
$48k - $75k$25,011
$75k+$27,848

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients46.6%
Using Federal Loans56.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment40.0%

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

47.6%

Success

43.0%

In-State Cost

$17,280

Age 25+ Students

21.5%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

86 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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