Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is a private nonprofit 2-year college in Charlotte, North Carolina with 1,184 undergraduates. It admits 80% of applicants, costs an average of $26,258 a year after grants and graduates 39% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte acceptance rate and admissions
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte admitted 80% of applicants for fall 2024.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 450 to 570, math 430 to 560). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early action II | Jan 3, 2027 |
| Regular decision | Mar 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action II, Jan 3, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $44,581 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $15,064 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $59,382 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $26,258 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $26,258 a year after grants and scholarships, $33,124 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 39% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years (students who started in 2022).
- Former students earned a median of $53,928 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $27,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 50% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte majors and what graduates earn
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte awarded bachelor's degrees in 14 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($73,476).
All 14 majors at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 5 | $56,753 | $73,476 | $28,000 |
| Marketing | 2 | $47,057 | $64,321 | $27,000 |
| Business administration | 13 | $47,732 | $59,186 | $27,000 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management | 7 | $44,141 | $56,241 | $27,000 |
| Hospitality management | 5 | $48,497 | $55,790 | $27,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | 9 | $45,406 | $55,056 | $27,000 |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations | 5 | $40,011 | $53,539 | $28,000 |
| Communication | 0 | $36,547 | $51,247 | $27,000 |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services | 50 | $42,057 | $50,571 | $27,000 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 27 | $39,293 | $47,042 | $27,000 |
| Psychology | 9 | $40,287 | n/a | $27,000 |
| Food Science and Technology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health professions, general | 1 | $42,268 | n/a | $27,000 |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Trade and career programs at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary arts | Associate degree | 157 | $36,999 | $42,395 | $14,000 |
Students and location
- 1,184 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 65% women, 35% men
- 14 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte admitted 80% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $44,581. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $26,258 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 450 to 570 in reading and writing and 430 to 560 in math, and 16 to 23 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?
39% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years.
How much do Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $53,928 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.