North Carolina Wesleyan University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Rocky Mount, North Carolina with 1,214 undergraduates. It admits 80% of applicants, costs an average of $20,318 a year after grants and graduates 45% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
North Carolina Wesleyan University acceptance rate and admissions
North Carolina Wesleyan University admitted 80% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
North Carolina Wesleyan University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on North Carolina Wesleyan University’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.
North Carolina Wesleyan University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $37,856 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,608 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $50,704 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $20,318 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $20,318 a year after grants and scholarships, $30,386 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 North Carolina Wesleyan University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
North Carolina Wesleyan University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 45% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $49,264 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 51% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
North Carolina Wesleyan University majors and what graduates earn
North Carolina Wesleyan University awarded bachelor's degrees in 26 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($53,598).
All 26 majors at North Carolina Wesleyan University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and information sciences | 24 | $52,855 | $53,598 | $27,000 |
| Accounting | 10 | $45,165 | $53,327 | $28,250 |
| Business administration | 117 | $44,543 | $50,983 | $27,000 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 4 | n/a | $50,733 | n/a |
| Marketing | 13 | $42,024 | $49,827 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 48 | $39,069 | $43,805 | $28,767 |
| Psychology | 28 | $32,169 | $41,976 | $28,500 |
| Religious studies | 4 | n/a | $38,717 | n/a |
| Health administration | 20 | n/a | n/a | $23,683 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 17 | $31,176 | n/a | $28,126 |
| Biology | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Agriculture/Veterinary Preparatory Programs | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
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.
Graduate programs at North Carolina Wesleyan University
2 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 2 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 45 | $60,005 | $29,604 |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 21 | $53,975 | $30,519 |
Trade and career programs at North Carolina Wesleyan University
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,214 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 53% women, 47% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at North Carolina Wesleyan University?
North Carolina Wesleyan University admitted 80% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does North Carolina Wesleyan University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $37,856. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $20,318 a year in 2024-25.
Is North Carolina Wesleyan University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, North Carolina Wesleyan University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at North Carolina Wesleyan University?
45% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do North Carolina Wesleyan University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $49,264 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.