Norfolk State University

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2024 Undergraduate Tuition

$6,076

2.53% growth from 2023

2024 Average Net Price

$9,124

After Financial Aid

2024 Acceptance Rate

87.8%

11,247 Applicants

2024 Enrolled Students

6,053

89.2% Full-Time

2024 Graduation Rate

38.7%

410 Graduates

About

Norfolk State University is a higher education institution located in Norfolk City, VA. In 2024, the most popular Bachelors Degree concentrations at Norfolk State University were General Psychology (115 degrees awarded), General Business (106 degrees), and Other Multidisciplinary Studies (72 degrees).

In 2024, 941 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at Norfolk State University. 70.1% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 29.9% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was black or african american (774 degrees), 14.9 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, hispanic or latino (52 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at Norfolk State University is $6,076, which is $−17,924 less than the national average for Masters Colleges and Universities ($24,000).

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Costs

In 2024, the median undergraduate tuition at Norfolk State University is $6,076, which is $17,924 less than the national average for Masters Colleges and Universities ($24,000).

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $9,124.

In 2024, 91% of undergraduate students attending Norfolk State University received financial aid through grants. Comparatively, 64% of undergraduate students received financial aid through loans.

Tuition Costs

$6,076

2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at Norfolk State University was $6,076. The cost of tuition at Norfolk State University is $−17,924 less than than the overall (public and private) national average for Masters Colleges and Universities ($24,000).

This chart compares the tuition costs of Norfolk State University (in red) with those of other similar universities.

Average Net Price

$9,124

2024 Value

25.7%

1 Year Growth

In 2024 Norfolk State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,124. Between 2023 and 2024, the average net price of Norfolk State University grew by 25.7%.

This chart compares the average net price of Norfolk State University (in red) with that of other similar universities.

Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Other Student Expenses

$11,692

Room and Board

$1,200

Books and Supplies

The average yearly cost of room and board at Norfolk State University was of $11,692 in 2024. The cost of room and board increased by 7.82% between 2023 and 2024.

During the same period, the average yearly cost of books and supplies was $1,200. The cost of books and supplies decreased by 31.4% during the same period.

This chart compares the average student costs at Norfolk State University (in red) with that of similar universities.

Financial Aid by Income Level

91%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

64%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

91% of undergraduate students at Norfolk State University received financial aid through grants or loans in 2024. This represents a growth of 13.8% with respect to 2023, when 80% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at Norfolk State University (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Admissions

Norfolk State University received 11,247 undergraduate applications in 2024, which represents a 10.1% annual growth. Out of those 11,247 applicants, 9,871 students were accepted for enrollment, representing a 87.8% acceptance rate.

There were 6,053 students enrolled at Norfolk State University in 2024. 9% of first-time enrollees submitted SAT scores with their applications.

Norfolk State University has an overall enrollment yield of 13.2%, which represents the number of admitted students who ended up enrolling.

Acceptance Rate

87.8%

Acceptance Rate in 2024

9,871

Accepted Out of 11,247

In 2024, the undergraduate acceptance rate of Norfolk State University was 87.8% (9,871 admissions from 11,247 applications). This is higher than the acceptance rate of 2023, which was 87.5%. Between 2023 and 2024, the number of applicants grew by 10.1%, while admissions grew by 10.5%.

This chart compares the acceptance rate of Norfolk State University (in red) with that of other similar universities, and the chart below shows the acceptance rate by gender.

SAT Scores

Submission Percentage (2024)

120

Scores Submitted (2024)

9% of enrolled first-time students at Norfolk State University in 2024 submitted SAT scores with their applications.

The following chart shows the average SAT scores for the 25th, 50th, and 75th percentile of applicants for each section of the test that they are evaluated on.

Enrollment

Norfolk State University had a total enrollment of 6,053 students in 2024. The full-time enrollment at Norfolk State University is 5,402 students and the part-time enrollment is 651. This means that 89.2% of students enrolled at Norfolk State University are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at Norfolk State University, both undergraduate and graduate, is 79.1% Black or African American, 5.4% Two or More Races, 4.64% Hispanic or Latino, 2.15% White, 0.347% Asian, 0.182% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.033% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders.

Students enrolled at Norfolk State University in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly Black or African American Female (54.9%), followed by Black or African American Male (27.4%) and Two or More Races Female (3.73%). Students enrolled in full-time Graduate programs are most commonly Black or African American Female (52.7%), followed by Black or African American Male (20.8%) and Two or More Races Female (4.97%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

89.2%

Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Norfolk State University in 2024, both undergraduate and graduate, is 6,053 students. The full-time enrollment at Norfolk State University is 5,402 and the part-time enrollment is 651. This means that 89.2% of students enrolled at Norfolk State University are enrolled full-time compared with 67.1% at similar Masters Colleges and Universities.

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at Norfolk State University (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

73%

2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at Norfolk State University was 73%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar Masters Colleges and Universities (73%), Norfolk State University had a retention rate approximately the same as its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at Norfolk State University (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

Most Common Race or Ethnicity (2024)

Black or African American
4,790 enrolled students
Two or More Races
327 enrolled students
Hispanic or Latino
281 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at Norfolk State University is 79.1% Black or African American, 5.4% Two or More Races, 4.64% Hispanic or Latino, 2.15% White, 0.347% Asian, 0.182% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.033% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all Masters Colleges and Universities is 47.4% White, 18.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 13.6% Black or African American.

Any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis is categorized as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the share of those students are shown in the chart below. Additionally, 86 students (1.42%) did not report their race.

Graduates

In 2024, 379 more women than men received degrees from Norfolk State University. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at Norfolk State University is black or african american (774 degrees awarded). There were 14.9 times more black or african american recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, hispanic or latino (52 degrees).

The most common Bachelor's Degree concentration at Norfolk State University is General Psychology (115 degrees awarded), followed by General Business (106 degrees) and Other Multidisciplinary Studies (72 degrees).

In 2024, the most specialized majors across all degree types at Norfolk State University, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Public Administration and Social Service (82 degrees awarded), Psychology (128 degrees), and Interdisciplinary Studies (72 degrees).

Common Jobs by Major

Other managers

Most Common Job

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Norfolk State University are Other managers (372,205 people), Elementary & middle school teachers (315,337 people), Social workers, all other (261,203 people), Postsecondary teachers (166,314 people), and Human resources workers (145,229 people).

The most specialized majors at Norfolk State University in 2024 are Public Administration and Social Service (82 degrees awarded), Psychology (128 degrees), Interdisciplinary Studies (72 degrees), Communications (51 degrees), and Visual & Performing Arts (70 degrees) (as of 2024).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

Surgeons

Highest Paying Job

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Norfolk State University are Surgeons, Physicians, Cardiovascular technologists and technicians, Geoscientists and hydrologists, except geographers, and Crossing guards

The most specialized majors at Norfolk State University are Public Administration and Social Service (82 degrees awarded), Psychology (128 degrees), Interdisciplinary Studies (72 degrees), Communications (51 degrees), and Visual & Performing Arts (70 degrees) (as of 2024).

Common Industries by Major

Elementary & secondary schools

Most Common Industry

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Norfolk State University are Elementary & secondary schools (889,342 people), Colleges, universities & professional schools, including junior colleges (494,429 people), General medical and surgical hospitals, and specialty (except psychiatric and substance abuse) hospitals (435,068 people), Computer Systems Design (307,936 people), and Outpatient care centers (294,623 people).

Majors Awarded

IPEDS uses the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) standard, so the categories may not match the exact concentrations offered by Norfolk State University.

Architectural Engineering Technology

Most Common (2024)

4 degrees awarded

In 2024, the most common associates degree concentration at Norfolk State University was Architectural Engineering Technology with 4 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from associates degree programs at Norfolk State University according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

281

Degrees Awarded to Men

in 2024

660

Degrees Awarded to Women

in 2024

In 2024, 281 degrees were awarded to men at Norfolk State University, which is 0.426 times less than the number of degrees awarded to females (660).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at Norfolk State University by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2024, 36 degrees were awarded to men at Norfolk State University in General Business, which is 0.514 times less than the 70 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2024, 97 degrees were awarded to men at Norfolk State University in General Psychology, which is 5.39 times more than the 18 male recipients with that same degree.

Time to Complete

18%

100% Completion Time

40%

150% Completion Time

In 2024, 18% of students graduating from Norfolk State University completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e. 4 years for a 4-year degree). Comparatively, 40% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 40% within 200%.

The following chart shows these completion rates over time compared to the average for the Masters Colleges and Universities Carnegie Classification group.

Graduation rate is defined as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within a specific percentage of "normal time" to completion for their program.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

Most Common Student Race or Ethnicity (2024)

Black or African American
774 degrees awarded
Hispanic or Latino
52 degrees awarded
Two or More Races
49 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at Norfolk State University is black or african american (774 degrees awarded). There were 14.9 times more black or african american recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, hispanic or latino (52 degrees).

1.7% of degree recipients (16 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

Most Common Sex Demographic (2024)

Black or African American Female
714 degrees awarded
Black or African American Female
670 degrees awarded
Black or African American Female
659 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at Norfolk State University is black or african american female (714 degrees awarded). There were 1.07 times more black or african american female recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american female (670 degrees).

Operations

Norfolk State University has an endowment valued at nearly $77.5M, as of the end of the 2024 fiscal year. The return on its endowment was of 375k (0.484%) compared to the 9.2% average return (4.22M on 45.9M) across all Masters Colleges and Universities.

In 2024, Norfolk State University had a total salary expenditure of 232M. Norfolk State University employs 152 Professors, 54 Assistant professors and 22 Instructors. Most academics at Norfolk State University are Male Professor (84), Female Professor (68), and Male Assistant professor (29).

The most common positions for non-instructional staff at Norfolk State University are: Management, with 166 employees, Office and Administrative Support, with 157 employees, and Service with 82 employees.

Endowment

$77.5M

2024 Endowment

13.5%

growth from 2023

Norfolk State University has an endowment valued at about $77.5M, as of the end of the 2024 fiscal year. The endowment of Norfolk State University grew 13.5% from the previous year. The value of their endowment was $31.6M higher than than the median endowment of Masters Colleges and Universities according to the Carnegie Classification grouping.

This line chart shows how the endowment at Norfolk State University (in red) compares to that of some similar universities.

The small bar chart below shows the endowment quintiles for all universities in the Masters Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs Carnegie Classification grouping.

Salary Expenditure

$76.8M

2024 Salaries

4.89%

growth from 2023

In 2024, Norfolk State University paid a median of $76.8M in salaries, which represents 33.1% of their overall expenditure ($232M) and a 4.89% growth from the previous year. This is compared to a 11.9% growth between 2022 and 2023, and a 11.9% growth between 2021 and 2022.

Instructional Salaries

$22.4M

Instructional Salaries

229

Number of Employees

In 2024, Norfolk State University paid a total of $22.4M to 229 employees working as instructors, which represents 29.1% of all salaries paid.

This is compared to a median of $965k (3.13%) for similar Masters Colleges and Universities.

Occupations by Share

In 2024, the most common positions for non-instructional staff at Norfolk State University were Management with 166 employees, Office and Administrative Support with 157 employees, and Service with 82 employees.

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