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Elizabeth City State University

Elizabeth City, NC 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate75%
Acceptance Rate75%

Elizabeth City State University Admissions

If you are considering submitting an application to Elizabeth City State University, the regular decision application deadline is June 30 and the application fee is $30.

Elizabeth City State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Elizabeth City State University's admissions stats.

Elizabeth City State University 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 2%
Mean SAT Score 960
Admissions Test Policy Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs 59%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 30%
Waitlist No

Elizabeth City State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Elizabeth City State University.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No –– ––
Early Decision II –– –– ––
Early Action No –– ––

Considering Applying Early to Elizabeth City State University?


Elizabeth City State University does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Elizabeth City State University

For more information on transferring to Elizabeth City State University, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Elizabeth City State University

Elizabeth City State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Elizabeth City State University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out. What does Elizabeth City State University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Make sure to check with Elizabeth City State University for more information on admission factors.

Elizabeth City State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Elizabeth City State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Elizabeth City State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Elizabeth City State University?

Students admitted to Elizabeth City State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 89% submitted a class rank. At Elizabeth City State University 2% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 5% were in the top 25% and 33% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Elizabeth City State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA ––
3.75 and 3.99 ––
3.50 and 3.74 ––
3.25 and 3.49 ––
3.00 and 3.24 ––
2.50 and 2.9 ––
2.00 and 2.49 ––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Elizabeth City State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Elizabeth City State University looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Elizabeth City State University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 59% of Elizabeth City State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 30% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Elizabeth City State University?

To be competitive with other Elizabeth City State University applicants, you should strive to earn between 445 and 530 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Elizabeth City State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 530 and 25% of scored lower than 445, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Elizabeth City State University student is 960. ### What is a Good ACT Score for Elizabeth City State University?

To be most competitive at Elizabeth City State University, you should strive to earn between 16 and 20 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 20 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Elizabeth City State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 20, and three out of four students scored lower than 20 on the ACT.

A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Elizabeth City State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Elizabeth City State University

Transfer students can enroll in Elizabeth City State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term


Elizabeth City State University Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Elizabeth City State University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Elizabeth City State University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Elizabeth City State University accept transfer credits?

✅ Elizabeth City State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Elizabeth City State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Elizabeth City State University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits but does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Elizabeth City State University?

✅ Elizabeth City State University is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is Elizabeth City State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Elizabeth City State University's acceptance rate is 75%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Elizabeth City State University?

❌ Elizabeth City State University does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About Elizabeth City State University?

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Elizabeth City State University Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

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Elizabeth City State University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Jun 30

Transfer Applications are Due

Not available

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Elizabeth City State University is Jun 30.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Elizabeth City State University SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

445 - 530

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Math SAT Range

Not available

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Reading SAT Range

Not available

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

530 and Above

Good

445 to 530

Avg

445 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for Elizabeth City State University students is 960. Applicants with SAT scores of 530 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Elizabeth City State University, while applicants with SAT scores between 445 to 530 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 445 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Elizabeth City State University.

Elizabeth City State University GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.16

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Elizabeth City State University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.16. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,002

Campus Setting

Rural

Acceptance Rate

75%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$3,326

Out-of-State

$7,326

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jun 30
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