C
Average
Score: 48/100

Livingstone College

4-Year Private Non-Profit HBCU
📍 Salisbury, North Carolina 28144
🌐 livingstone.edu/
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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: 27%
Outcomes
C+
57/100
Affordability
C
47/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
B
72/100
Prestige
F
16/100

Quick Stats

814
Total Enrollment
27%
Graduation Rate
78%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
74%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Livingstone College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $234,972
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,522/mo — vs ~$362/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 27014 (6.5% cap, Cooleemee)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $15,917 $15,917
Room $3,262
Board $3,531
Total Cost (On-Campus) $28,390 $28,390

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
94%
Receive Pell Grants
94%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

814
Total Students
42%
Women
90%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 1%
Black 89%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 49%
Hybrid (Some Online) 51%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 90%
25-64 (Adult) 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Livingstone College?
Livingstone College has an acceptance rate of 74%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Livingstone College?
Tuition at Livingstone College is $15,917 for in-state students and $15,917 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Livingstone College?
The graduation rate at Livingstone College is 27%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Livingstone College a good school?
Livingstone College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Livingstone College?
Livingstone College has a total enrollment of 814 students. Most students (90%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology