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Fayetteville State University

Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301-4298

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Data last updated: August 29, 2026

80%Admit rate
$7,360Avg net price
855–1045SAT middle 50%
35%Grad in 4 yrs
5,493Undergrads
30Visit slots

Known for business — excellent value

Fayetteville State University is a public institution in Fayetteville with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 972, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 5.5K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

35% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $40,144 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $7,360.

Established
1867
Motto
Res Non Verba
Mascot
Mr. Bronco
Type
Public historically black university
Conference
Central
80%
Acceptance
972
SAT Avg
5,493
Undergrads
19:1
Student : Faculty
35%
Grad Rate (4yr)
$40,144
Earnings 10yr
$7,360
Avg Net Price

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History & Fun Facts

  • •In 1867, the schools consolidated to form the Howard School, following the vision of the Freedmen's Bureau chief General Oliver O.
  • •In 1877, an act of the North Carolina legislature provided for the establishment of the first teacher-training institution for African Americans in the state.
  • •It was also under his leadership that, in 1929, all high school work was suspended, and the title of Principal changed to president.

Source: Wikipedia

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