Elon University
Elon, North Carolina 27244-2010
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Strong graduate outcomes — known for business
Elon University is a private institution in Elon with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1222, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 6.4K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
83% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $74,545 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $41,048.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History See also: List of presidents of Elon University Elon College was founded by the Christian Connection, which later became a part of the United Church of Christ.
- •The charter for Elon College was issued by the North Carolina legislature in 1889.
- •Long was the first president and the original student body consisted of 76 students.
- •In 1923, a fire destroyed most of the campus, including school records, classrooms, the library, and the chapel.
- •By the year 2000, about 68 percent of Elon's students came from out-of-state and were only accepted if they met high academic standards.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1222
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
76.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
5.4%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$18,500
Programs (74)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
90%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
46
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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Cost of Living
Estimated from NC state average + suburban adjustment
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