At a glance
Average net price
$14,086
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
29.9%
Admission rate
69%
Undergrad size
603
In-state tuition
$27,910
Out-of-state tuition
$27,910
Cost of attendance
$39,027
Median earnings (10y)
$38,412
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 18
- Retention
- 70.8%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (37%), humanities & arts (25%), social sciences (17%).
- STEM5%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts25%
- Social sciences17%
- Trades & services37%
- Parks & recreation22.9%~138 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business15.7%~95 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~83 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts11.8%~71 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~63 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education7.8%~47 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology7.8%~47 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences1.3%~8 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History1.3%~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~4 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
21 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 55 | $19,155 | $31,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 49 | $26,216 | $31,581 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 42 | $28,131 | $39,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 34 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 29 | $33,262 | $28,712 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | $27,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 14 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Bachelor's | 10 | $20,154 | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Graphic Communications. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 4 | $29,518 | $29,030 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | — | — | $38,595 |
| Leisure and Recreational Activities. | Bachelor's | — | $23,797 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Chowan University
Chowan University is a small institution located in Murfreesboro, North Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 603 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Parks & recreation, Business, Homeland security & law enforcement.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Chowan University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $14,086 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $27,910 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $39,027 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 29.9%, a below-average completion outcome. 70.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $38,412 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Chowan University confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Parks & recreation, Business, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (37% of credentials), humanities & arts (25% of credentials), social sciences (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Chowan University accepts 69% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 18.
Location & campus
Set in Murfreesboro, North Carolina (rural), Chowan University draws students from across North Carolina and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Chowan University
Q.How much does Chowan University cost?
The average net price at Chowan University is $14,086 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $39,027.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Chowan University?
Chowan University has a 6-year graduation rate of 29.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Chowan University?
Chowan University admits 69% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Chowan University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Chowan University graduate earns $38,412 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Chowan University?
Published tuition is $27,910 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Chowan University located?
Chowan University is located in Murfreesboro, North Carolina (ZIP 27855).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Chowan University at their official website.