At a glance
Average net price
$13,479
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
28.2%
Admission rate
59%
Undergrad size
924
In-state tuition
$18,296
Out-of-state tuition
$18,296
Cost of attendance
$28,305
Median earnings (10y)
$32,600
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 14
- Retention
- 70.6%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (31%), business (26%), stem (20%).
- STEM20%
- Business26%
- Humanities & arts7%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services31%
- Business25.8%~239 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Parks & recreation19.1%~176 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Biological sciences12.4%~114 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~104 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science5.6%~52 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology5.6%~52 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~52 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences4.5%~41 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts3.4%~31 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics2.3%~21 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History2.3%~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English1.1%~10 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
13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 41 | $22,204 | $33,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | $35,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | $35,375 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | $34,594 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | $35,225 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
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 Livingstone College
Livingstone College is a small institution located in Salisbury, North Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 924 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Livingstone College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $13,479 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $18,296 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $28,305 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 28.2%, a below-average completion outcome. 70.6% 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 $32,600 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Livingstone College confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Parks & recreation, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (31% of credentials), business (26% of credentials), stem (20% 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
Livingstone College accepts 59% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 14.
Location & campus
Set in Salisbury, North Carolina (suburb), Livingstone College 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 Livingstone College
Q.How much does Livingstone College cost?
The average net price at Livingstone College is $13,479 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $28,305.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Livingstone College?
Livingstone College has a 6-year graduation rate of 28.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Livingstone College?
Livingstone College admits 59% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Livingstone College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Livingstone College graduate earns $32,600 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Livingstone College?
Published tuition is $18,296 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Livingstone College located?
Livingstone College is located in Salisbury, North Carolina (ZIP 28144).
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 Livingstone College at their official website.