Norfolk State University

Norfolk, VA · Public · City campus · 5,392 students

Norfolk State University is a public city college in Norfolk, VA, with about 5,392 students. Below are the key public figures — admissions, cost, and outcomes — from federal data. To see how well Norfolk State University fits you specifically, take the CampusMatch survey for a personalized fit score across six categories.

The numbers

88%

Admit rate

823–1030

SAT (25–75)

16–22

ACT (25–75)

$26,633/yr

Cost of attendance

$44,666

Median earnings

39%

Graduation rate

73%

Retention

15:1

Student:faculty

94%

Employed in 1yr

Net cost by family income

Average yearly price after typical grant aid, by household income — federal (College Scorecard) data.

Under $30k$11,099/yr

$30–48k$12,836/yr

$48–75k$13,868/yr

$75–110k$16,244/yr

$110k+$19,508/yr

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Figures from U.S. federal data (College Scorecard, IPEDS). Not affiliated with or endorsed by Norfolk State University.