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What are your chances at Shaw University?

Raleigh, NC · Private · 875 students

80%admitted
80.2% acceptance rate

A likely admit for most qualified applicants.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 80 are admitted.

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What Shaw University actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$16,512
per year, after grants · sticker $30,861
Median earnings
$34,409
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
21.8%
finish within six years
Median debt
$32,500
at graduation · about $345/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$16,236
$30,000 – $48,000$16,276
$48,000 – $75,000$21,145
Over $110,000$24,966

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Shaw University’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at Shaw University

Shaw University accepts about 80.2% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.