Carolina University — acceptance rate 34%, tuition $13,400
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Rating Context:⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the
Outcomes Score (C)
which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 29%
Outcomes
C
51/100
Affordability
D
39/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
C+
55/100
Prestige
D
36/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
893
Total Enrollment
29%
Graduation Rate
56%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
34%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Carolina University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$32,864
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$30,657
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,287
Median debt at graduation
21.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
37.3%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 62% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 4th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NC wage index 0.87). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Carolina University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
For parents & investors
The Carolina University Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $227,912
Avg rent near campus: $1,596/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 27051 (5.8% cap, Walkertown)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
Category
In-State
Out-of-State
Tuition
$13,400
$13,400
Total Cost (On-Campus)
$34,200
$34,200
Financial Aid
99%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
48%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
What is the acceptance rate at Carolina University?
Carolina University has an acceptance rate of 34%.
This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Carolina University?
Tuition at Carolina University is
$13,400 for in-state students
and $13,400 for out-of-state students
.
What is the graduation rate at Carolina University?
The graduation rate at Carolina University is 29%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Carolina University a good school?
Carolina University has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Carolina University?
Carolina University has a total enrollment of 893 students.
Most students (81%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
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