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Livingstone College

Salisbury, North Carolina Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3975
Nationally
#127
In North Carolina
74%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$15,917
Annual Tuition
per year
24%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
799
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
39/100
Below Average
#3975 nationally
#127 in North Carolina
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes24
πŸ’°Affordability67
🎯Selectivity12
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth53

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Livingstone College, a historically Black college and university, is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Salisbury, North Carolina. With 799 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 74%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $15,917, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $16,780 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 24%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate74%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
4,748
Applied
3,518
Admitted
269
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$15,917/yr
Room & Board$8,094/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$26,390/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$15,917↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$16,780
$30,001 – $48,000$13,797
$48,001 – $75,000$9,359
$75,001 – $110,000$20,842
Over $110,000$25,027
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate24%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
799
Total Undergrads
41% F / 59% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 1%
Hispanic 1%
Black 89%
Asian 0%
Two or more 5%
International 3%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($15,917/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Small campus environment (799 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 24% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationSalisbury, North Carolina
SettingSuburb: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
HBCUYes
Affordability Spotlight
$16,780
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#127
in North Carolina out of 7+ colleges
#3975
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.