North Carolina A&T State University: A Demographic Overview of the Student Population
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (N.C. A&T) has consistently held the position of the largest Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in America for the 11th consecutive year. The university has experienced significant growth in recent years, particularly in its graduate programs, and boasts a diverse student body. This article delves into the demographics of the N.C. A&T student population, examining various factors such as enrollment, race and ethnicity, costs, admissions, and graduation rates.
Enrollment Trends
In 2023, North Carolina A&T State University had a total enrollment of 13,885 students. A significant majority, 86.5%, were enrolled full-time, totaling 12,007 students, while the remaining 1,878 students were part-time. This full-time enrollment rate is higher compared to similar Doctoral Universities, where the average is 77.9%. The university has seen steady, manageable growth in its student body, driven by overall enrollment growth in graduate programs and significant improvement in student persistence among both undergraduate (up 3.1%) and graduate (up by 4.5%) populations.
Graduate Growth
N.C. A&T has experienced substantial growth in its graduate programs. New graduate program enrollment reached 701 students, comprising 596 new master’s students and 105 new doctoral students, marking a nearly 15% increase over the previous year. The total graduate enrollment now stands at an all-time high of 1,814 students. This growth was fueled by a spike in applications, which rose overall by 16%, with a remarkable 44% increase at the doctoral level.
Race and Ethnicity
The racial and ethnic composition of the student body at North Carolina A&T State University is predominantly Black or African American. In 2023, 81.3% of the enrolled students identified as Black or African American, totaling 11,290 students. Other significant groups include White students (4.45%, 618 students), Hispanic or Latino students (4.36%, 605 students), and students identifying as Two or More Races (3.98%). Smaller percentages include Asian students (0.85%), American Indian or Alaska Native students (0.266%), and Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders (0.0144%).
This contrasts with the overall enrollment demographics for all Doctoral Universities, which are 46.5% White, 15.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 9.78% Black or African American.
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Race and Ethnicity of Degree Recipients
A similar pattern is observed among degree recipients. In 2023, the most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was Black or African American, with 2,007 degrees awarded. This was 12.8 times more than the next closest group, White students, who received 157 degrees.
Sex Breakdown
In 2023, North Carolina A&T State University awarded more degrees to women than to men. Specifically, 1,618 degrees were awarded to women, while 983 degrees were awarded to men, with women receiving 62.2% of the degrees awarded and men 37.8%.
Sex Breakdown for Common Majors
The distribution of degrees by sex varies across different majors. In 2023, the most common bachelor's degree concentration was Liberal Arts & Sciences, with 237 degrees awarded. Of these, 138 were awarded to women and 99 to men. In contrast, General Psychology saw a significant disparity, with 145 degrees awarded to women and only 18 to men.
Costs and Financial Aid
Tuition Costs
The median undergraduate tuition at North Carolina A&T State University in 2023 was $3,540. This is significantly lower than the national average for Doctoral Universities, which stands at $31,004. The cost of tuition at North Carolina A&T State University is $−27,464 less than than the overall (public and private) national average for Doctoral Universities ($31,004).
Average Net Price
After factoring in grants and loans, the average net price for students at N.C. A&T in 2023 was $10,258. Between 2022 and 2023, the average net price grew by 11.6%.
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Financial Aid
A significant proportion of undergraduate students at North Carolina A&T State University receive financial aid. In 2023, 83% of undergraduate students received financial aid through grants, while 57% received financial aid through loans.
Student Loan Default Rate
The student loan default rate for borrowers at North Carolina A&T State University is notably low. In 2022, the default rate was 0%, meaning that 0 out of the 3,594 total borrowers defaulted on their loans.
Admissions
North Carolina A&T State University has become increasingly selective in its admissions process. In 2023, the university received 30,717 undergraduate applications, representing a 19.2% annual growth. Out of these, 14,183 students were accepted for enrollment, resulting in an acceptance rate of 46.2%. This is lower than the 2022 acceptance rate of 56.4%. The university's enrollment yield, which is the percentage of admitted students who actually enroll, is 19.4%.
Retention and Graduation Rates
The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at North Carolina A&T State University is 80%. While this is a solid number, it is slightly lower than the average retention rate of 84% at similar Doctoral Universities.
Time to Complete and Graduation Rate
In 2023, 29% of students graduating from North Carolina A&T State University completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e., 4 years for a 4-year degree). Comparatively, 53% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 55% within 200%. The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2023 at North Carolina A&T State University is Male and Asian (66.7% graduation rate).
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Geographic Diversity
North Carolina A&T State University attracts students from various locations. Approximately 25.62% of students come from out of state, and 0.2% come from out of the country. The undergraduate student body is split among 28 states (may include Washington D.C.).
Age Diversity
North Carolina A&T State University demonstrates a good ability to attract students of all ages. The university received a score of 78.46 out of 100 for student age diversity.
Common Jobs and Industries by Major
Graduates of North Carolina A&T State University pursue careers in a variety of fields. The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at North Carolina A&T State University are Software developers (476,818 people), Other managers (464,698 people), Miscellaneous engineers, including nuclear engineers (360,156 people), Civil engineers (298,389 people), and Mechanical engineers (215,878 people).
The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at North Carolina A&T State University are uninformed (813,888 people), Computer Systems Design (569,363 people), Architectural, engineering & related services (454,826 people), Elementary & secondary schools (420,273 people), and Construction (365,512 people).
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