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.
Established
1889
Motto
Numen Lumen
Mascot
Phoenix
Type
Private university
Conference
Division I Football Championship Subdivision (formerly I-AA)
Division
Division I
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67%Acceptance
1222SAT Avg
6,402Students
11:1Student:Faculty
83%Grad Rate
$74,545Earnings 10yr
$41,048Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate67.3%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1222
Reading & Writing
580675
Math
563630
ACT Score Range
Composite
2328
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$44,536
Room & Board$14,478
Books & Supplies$900
Total Cost of Attendance$59,369
Average Net Price$41,048
Median Debt at Graduation$20,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$217
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$27,108
$30–48K$23,103
$48–75K$32,133
$75–110K$37,712
$110K+$48,382
Programs (74)
Student Body
Undergrads
6,402
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
First Generation
9%
Pell Grant Recipients
9%
Race & Ethnicity
White 78%
Black 5%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate83.0%
Freshman Retention90.4%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$58,082
8 Years$65,954
10 Years$74,545
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$55,800
Men
$63,800
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Source: Wikipedia