Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville State University (FSU) is located in Fayetteville, North Carolina and is a part of the University of North Carolina System. FSU is a historically black university that was established back in 1867 to meet the educational needs of the African-American community. This is the second oldest state-supported school in North Carolina. It currently serves around 6000 students. This university offers bachelor’s degrees in 43 different areas, master’s degrees in 23 different areas, and one doctorate degree. FSU has the accreditation of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. It also has many student organizations and programs that help to provide students with a fun and fulfilling college experience.
The FSU nursing program has been striving to provide nursing students with an excellent education since 1992. Students will be able to pursue their bachelor’s degree in nursing through this renowned nursing program. The school boasts a very high success rate on the NCLEX-RN licensure exam with percentages that far surpass the national average. The FSU nursing program has been ranked second for nursing programs in the eastern United States based on quality, affordability, value, satisfaction, and convenience. It is also ranked in the top seven for North Carolina RN-to-BSN programs. Students will gain experience through both classroom sessions and clinical periods. This nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleMidsize City |
| Number of Students6,226 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio15:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate78% |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges 01/01/1947 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 04/15/2005 - Current |
Admission
68%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 870 to 1020 |
| ACT | 17 to 20 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Required |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Required |
| Recommendations Recommended |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Application fee
| Undergrads | $40 |
| Graduates | $40 |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $120/credit | |
| In State Students | $120/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $271/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $188/credit | |
| In State Students | $188/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $441/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $5,400 | $5,400 | $12,195 |
| ADN | 70 | $8,400 | $8,400 | $18,970 |
| BSN | 125 | $15,000 | $15,000 | $33,875 |
| FNP | 50 | $9,400 | $9,400 | $22,050 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 98% of Fayetteville State University's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 79% | $5,006 |
| Other Federal Grant | 38% | $1,224 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 82% | $2,408 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 93% | $3,171 |
| Federal Student Loans | 73% | $5,151 |
| Private Loans | -- | $5,200 |
$5,626
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$4,614 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$5,628 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$8,765 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$11,776 |
| Over $110,000$12,583 |
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Student Population
5,393
Undergrads
833
Graduates
4,226
Women
2,000
Men
70%
Full-time
30%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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Black/African American |
59% |
|
White |
20% |
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Hispanic |
7% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
6% |
|
Asian |
2% |
|
Two or more races |
2% |
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Non-resident alien |
0% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
Relevant scholarships
- North Carolina Masters Nurse Scholars Program, Graduate Program
- North Carolina Nurse Education Scholarship-Loan Program
- Virginia Elizabeth and Alma Vane Taylor Nursing Scholarship
- Ann Mabe Newman and William G. Newman Nursing Scholarship
- Carol Ann Beerstecher Nursing Scholarship
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and North Carolina state board of nursing.
