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Saint Augustine's University

Raleigh, North Carolina Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3916
Nationally
#125
In North Carolina
59%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$10,968
Annual Tuition
per year
20%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
930
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
40/100
Average
#3916 nationally
#125 in North Carolina
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes20
πŸ’°Affordability62
🎯Selectivity30
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth54

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

Saint Augustine's University, a historically Black college and university, is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Raleigh, North Carolina. With 930 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 59%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $10,968, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $19,029 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 20%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate59%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
3,160
Applied
1,856
Admitted
162
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$10,968/yr
Room & Board$11,376/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$28,272/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$10,968↑ 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$19,029
$30,001 – $48,000$19,296
$48,001 – $75,000$22,008
$75,001 – $110,000$22,031
Over $110,000$24,857
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate20%↓ 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
930
Total Undergrads
51% F / 49% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 5%
Hispanic 5%
Black 80%
Asian 2%
International 6%
Native / Other 2%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($10,968/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Small campus environment (930 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 20% 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
LocationRaleigh, North Carolina
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
HBCUYes
Affordability Spotlight
$19,029
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
#125
in North Carolina out of 7+ colleges
#3916
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.