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How to Get Into Elizabeth City State University

Elizabeth City, NC · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

Elizabeth City State University Admissions Statistics

64%
Acceptance Rate
470-560
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
450-520
SAT Math (mid 50%)
16-22
ACT (mid 50%)
1,975
Undergrads
44%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into Elizabeth City State University

The bar here is clear

Elizabeth City State University admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 920-1080 combined SAT or 16-22 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Since scores are not required (test-optional) here, submit only if you're inside or above the band; a below-band score is information you don't have to volunteer.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where Elizabeth City State University fits.

Elizabeth City State University Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $0
Test scores Not required (test-optional)
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

Elizabeth City State University Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $17,701
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $6,536 / $10,536
Room & board (on campus) $11,986
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $6,364

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $4,246
$30-48k $4,538
$48-75k $5,354
$75-110k $10,205
$110k+ $15,663
54%
Students receiving Pell Grants
54%
Students taking federal loans
77%
Freshman retention rate
19:1
Student-faculty ratio

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