Norfolk State University
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's Degree
Tuition per Year (in state)
$6,700
Surrounding Environment
City: Midsize
Description:
Norfolk State, founded in 1935, is a public, historically black university. Programs are offered through the Schools of Arts and Letters, Business, Education, General and Continuing Education, Health-Related Professions and Sciences, Social Sciences, Social Work, and Technology. Its 119-acre campus is located in Norfolk, the center of the state's Tidewater region.
700 Park Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23504-8000
General Info: 757.823.8600
Website: www.nsu.edu
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Norfolk State University
Admissions
Application Fee: $45
Requirements:
- Secondary school GPA
- Secondary school record
- Recommendations
- Admission test scores
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Number of Applicants Applicants Admitted Admitted Students Enrolled Full Time Part Time
Test Scores:
SAT The SAT was taken by 805 enrolled students, or 87%. 25th Percentile 75th Percentile Critical Reading 400 480 Math 390 470 Writing 380 460
ACT The ACT was taken by 234 enrolled students, or 25%.
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Norfolk State University
Tuition and Fees
Undergraduate Year: 2009-2010
Average Tuition & Expenses for Full-Time Undergraduates
Tuition & Fees In-State Out-Of-State Books & Supplies On-Campus Room & Board Other Expenses Off-Campus Room & Board Other Expenses Off-Campus With Family Other Expenses
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Norfolk State University
Programs
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| Majors | Degree Type |
|---|---|
| Accounting | Bachelor's Degree |
| Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician | Associate's Degree |
| Art/Art Studies, General | Bachelor's Degree |
| Atomic/Molecular Physics | Master's Degree |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's Degree |
| Business Teacher Education | Bachelor's Degree |
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's Degree |
| Chemistry, General | Bachelor's Degree |
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | Bachelor's Degree |
| Communications, Journalism, & Related Fields, Other | Master's Degree |
| Computer & Information Sciences, General | Master's Degree |
| Computer Engineering Technology/Technician | Bachelor's Degree |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | Bachelor's Degree |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Master's Degree |
| Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities | Master's Degree |
| Electrical, Electronic & Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Bachelor's Degree |
| Electrical, Electronics & Communications Engineering | Master's Degree |
| Engineering, Other | Master's Degree |
| English Language & Literature, General | Bachelor's Degree |
| Family & Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, Other | Bachelor's Degree |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | Bachelor's Degree |
| History, General | Bachelor's Degree |
| Journalism | Bachelor's Degree |
| Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching (NEW) | Master's Degree |
| Kinesiology & Exercise Science | Bachelor's Degree |
| Mathematics, General | Bachelor's Degree |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technology/Technician, Other | Bachelor's Degree |
| Music Performance, General | Master's Degree |
| Music, General | Bachelor's Degree |
| Physics, General | Bachelor's Degree |
| Political Science & Government, General | Bachelor's Degree |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's Degree |
| Social Work | MD/DO |
| Sociology | Bachelor's Degree |
| Teacher Education & Professional Development, Specific Levels & Methods, Other | Master's Degree |
| Urban Studies/Affairs | Master's Degree |
| Visual & Performing Arts, General (New) | Master's Degree |
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Norfolk State University
Financial Aid
| Aid Type | # Receiving | % Receiving | Average Amt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grants | 716 | 62% | $ 5,067 |
| State/Local Grants | 484 | 42% | $ 4,215 |
| Institutional Grants | 379 | 33% | $ 6,529 |
| Loans To Students | 895 | 77% | $ 3,861 |
Percent of In-State, full-time, first-time undergraduates receiving financial aid: 73%
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Norfolk State University
Enrollment
| Undergraduate: | 6,131 |
| Graduate: | 833 |
| School Total: | 6,964 |
| By Gender | Undergraduate | Graduate |
|---|---|---|
| Men | 2,199 / 36% | 217 / 26% |
| Women | 3,932 / 64% | 616 / 74% |
| By Race | Undergraduate | Graduate |
|---|---|---|
| International | 32 / 1% | 23 / 3% |
| African-American | 5,397 / 88% | 626 / 75% |
| Native American | 14 / 0% | 2 / 0% |
| Asian | 73 / 1% | 16 / 2% |
| Hispanic | 112 / 2% | 17 / 2% |
| Caucasian | 286 / 5% | 109 / 13% |
| Other | 67 / 1% | 29 / 3% |
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Norfolk State University
Student Services
Services Offered:
- Academic/Career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
- On-Campus day care for children
Special Learning Opportunities Offered:
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- ROTC
- Study Abroad
- Teacher Certification
Library: Has Own Library
ROTC Options:
- Army
- Navy
Teacher Certification Details:
- Students can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization.
- Approved by the state for initial certifcation or licensure of teachers.
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Norfolk State University
Athletics
Athletic Association: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
NCAA or NAIA Membership:
Football: Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Basketball: Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Baseball: Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Cross Country/Track: Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference
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