Outcomes at NSU
Graduation Rate
39.86%
Transfer-out Rate
18.10%
Retention Rate
70.00%
The graduation rate at Norfolk State University is 39.86% last year which is lower (less completion rate) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia. 403 students have completed their degree/certificate programs among 1,011 candidates.
Compared to similar schools in college ranking, its graduation rate is lower (less completion rate) where the average graduation rate of the schools is 53.25%.
The transfer-out rate is 18.10% that is average compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia. The retention rate (full-time students) is 70% that is average compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Virginia.
Graduation Rate and Comparison Chart
The following chart compares the graduation rate between Norfolk State University and similar colleges.
Number of Completers and Graduation Rate
The next table summarizes the outcome measures with the number of students at Norfolk State University. 403 students have completed and 183 students have transferred out to other institutes. In addition, 42 students still enrolled and 383 students have left the school before completing their studies.
| Total | Bachelor's or Equivalent | Other Degrees or Certificate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total (Candidates) | 1,011 | 1,004 | 7 |
| Completers | 403 (39.86%) | 400 | 3 |
| Transfer-out | 183 (18.10%) | 183 | - |
| Still Enrolled | 42 (4.15%) | 41 | 1 |
| No Longer Enrolled | 383 (37.88%) | 380 | 3 |
Graduation Rate by Completion Time (Bachelor's Degree)
The below table shows the number of completers with graduation rate by completion time. The number in parenthesis denote the graduation rate for the corresponding students. The numbers and rate for the 125% and 150% normal times are not cumulative, but additional completers and graduate rate for that period. For example, 181 students have completed in 4 years and additional 163 students have completed in the 5th year.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100% normal time (in 4 Years) | 181 (18.03%) |
45 (12.86%) |
136 (20.80%) |
| 125% normal time (in 5 Years) | 163 (16.24%) |
55 (15.71%) |
108 (16.51%) |
| 150% normal time (in 6 Years) | 53 (5.28%) |
23 (6.57%) |
30 (4.59%) |
Graduation Rate by Race/Ethnicity
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 39.86% (403/1,011) | 35.41% (125/353) | 42.25% (278/658) |
| Black (Non-Hispanic) | 40.23% (356/885) | 35.20% (107/304) | 42.86% (249/581) |
| Hispanic | 39.39% (13/33) | 45.45% (5/11) | 36.36% (8/22) |
| White | 31.25% (5/16) | 44.44% (4/9) | 14.29% (1/7) |
| Two or More Race | 34.00% (17/50) | 21.05% (4/19) | 41.94% (13/31) |
| Unknown | 35.71% (5/14) | 40.00% (2/5) | 33.33% (3/9) |