At a glance
Average net price
$41,555
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
84.0%
Admission rate
66%
Undergrad size
6,452
In-state tuition
$46,958
Out-of-state tuition
$46,958
Cost of attendance
$62,266
Median earnings (10y)
$74,545
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,208
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 89.8%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (29%), humanities & arts (29%), social sciences (16%).
- STEM13%
- Health3%
- Business29%
- Humanities & arts29%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services9%
- Business29.3%~1,889 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Communication19.5%~1,258 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~477 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology6.3%~403 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences5.8%~377 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~346 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~333 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~210 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education3.1%~202 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science2.9%~188 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~114 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering1.7%~110 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.6%~105 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.4%~88 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~79 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~74 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~61 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.8%~53 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.2%~13 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
40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 343 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 286 | $58,564 | $19,500 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 266 | $50,091 | $21,500 |
| Law. | First professional | 255 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 245 | — | $22,196 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 238 | $44,439 | $23,250 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 194 | — | $23,250 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 165 | $39,293 | $20,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 130 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 90 | — | $20,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 88 | $68,888 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 88 | $58,320 | $20,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 86 | $43,416 | $23,250 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 81 | — | $19,500 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 81 | $27,212 | $20,500 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 79 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 78 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 75 | $101,556 | — |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 74 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 72 | — | $24,125 |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 71 | — | $19,875 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor's | 70 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 60 | — | — |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 59 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 53 | $64,803 | — |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. | Bachelor's | 52 | — | $26,544 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor's | 47 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 46 | — | — |
| Statistics. | Bachelor's | 37 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 33 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 29 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Master's | 24 | $41,819 | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 23 | — | — |
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 Elon University
Elon University is a large institution located in Elon, North Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 6,452 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Communication, Parks & recreation.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Elon University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $41,555 per year, which is premium-priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $46,958 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $62,266 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 84.0%, a strong completion outcome. 89.8% 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 $74,545 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Elon University confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Communication, Parks & recreation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (29% of credentials), humanities & arts (29% of credentials), social sciences (16% 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
Elon University accepts 66% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,208.
Location & campus
Set in Elon, North Carolina (suburb), Elon 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 Elon University
Q.How much does Elon University cost?
The average net price at Elon University is $41,555 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $62,266.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Elon University?
Elon University has a 6-year graduation rate of 84.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Elon University?
Elon University admits 66% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Elon University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Elon University graduate earns $74,545 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Elon University?
Published tuition is $46,958 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Elon University located?
Elon University is located in Elon, North Carolina (ZIP 27244).
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 Elon University at their official website.