Norfolk State University Admission
Application Fee
$25
Graduate Application Fee
$50
Acceptance Rate
87.46%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
16.83%
Freshmen Enrollment
1,300
SAT Scores
980
For the 2022-2023 admission, a total of 8,884 students have applied and 7,951 students have allowed to admit to Norfolk State University (Acceptance rate: 89.50%). NSU's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 16.35 % where 1,300 students have finally enrolled out of 7,951 admitted students.
NSU acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Averett University and Bluefield University, its acceptance rate is higher (easy to get in) (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 71.86%).
NSU enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 29.89%).
How to Apply to Norfolk State University
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply NSU. NSU offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | https://www.nsu.edu/Admissions-Aid |
|---|---|
| Online Application | www.nsu.edu/applyonline |
| Financial Aid | https://www.nsu.edu/Admissions-Aid |
| Net Price Calculator | webapps.nsu.edu/financialaid/calculator.htm |
| Veterans Tuition | https://www.nsu.edu/About/Administrative-Offices-Services/Military-Services-and-Veteran-s-Affairs |
| Athletic | nsuspartans.com/sports/2021/7/7/compliance-corner.aspx |
| Disability Service | https://www.nsu.edu/Campus-Life/Services-Resources/Disability-Services |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at NSU and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2023, the average SAT score at Norfolk State University is 980 and the average ACT score is 18. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of Norfolk State University is comparable to the schools (average score is 1,058). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| Norfolk State University | 980 | 18 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,058 | 21 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges | 1,112 | 67 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia | 1,167 | 75 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At Norfolk State University, 208 students submitted SAT scores (16% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 980 and it is around average than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 430 | 480 | 530 |
| Mathematics | 410 | 460 | 510 |
| Total | 840 | 940 | 1,040 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: December 11, 2023)
At Norfolk State University, 59 students submitted ACT scores (5% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 18 and it is lower than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite | 15 | 18 | 20 |
| English | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mathematics | 0 | 0 | 0 |
NSU Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to Norfolk State University. The school requires 4 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, Recommendations, and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
3 items are Considered if submitted - Secondary school rank, Completion of college-preparatory program, and Admission test scores.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Considered, if submitted |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Considered, if submitted |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Not Considered |
| Legacy status | Not Considered |