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Shaw University
Raleigh,
NC
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate71%
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About Shaw University
Shaw University is a private, religious university in the city of Raleigh, North Carolina. Shaw University was founded in 1865. The college currently enrolls around 1,152 students per year, including 1,152 undergraduates.
Shaw University Acceptance Rate 2007
It is not difficult to get into Shaw University. The acceptance rate at Shaw University is 71%. In 2007, 4,542 out of 6,437 total applicants were accepted.
| Shaw University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 71% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 2.6 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 61% |
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Shaw University is located in the city of Raleigh, North Carolina,.
If you are interested in seeing Shaw University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 40 to Raleigh, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Raleigh-Durham International.
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College Info
Shaw University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jul 30
Transfer Applications are Due
Jul 30
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Shaw University is Jul 30.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Shaw University is Jul 30.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Shaw University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
770 - 958
Math SAT Range
380 - 485
Reading SAT Range
400 - 480
Shaw University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$24,994
In State$24,994
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$11,808
$11,808
Fees
$4,672
$4,672
Housing
$8,514
$8,514
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Shaw University is like? There are approximately 1,152 students enrolled at Shaw University. 91% percent of students attend school full-time, 61% percent are from NC and 39% percent of students are from other states.
91%
Full Time9%
Part Time61%
In State39%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
1,152
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
71%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jul 30
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