Fayetteville State University (FSU) is a public comprehensive regional university that promotes the educational, social, cultural, and economic transformation of southeastern North Carolina and beyond. The primary mission of FSU is to provide students with the highest quality learning experiences that will produce global citizens and leaders as change agents for shaping the future of the State. Awarding degrees at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels, FSU offers programs in teacher education, the arts and sciences, health professions, business and economics, and unique and emerging fields. FSU is an institution of opportunity and diversity. Committed to excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, and service, the university extends its services and programs to the community, including the military, and other educational institutions throughout North Carolina, the nation, and the world.
The Broncos Community
With a strong emphasis on total student development, the university strives to prepare each student for a productive, ethical and meaningful life after college, while fostering an inclusive campus community in support of the educational mission of the university.
Carnegie Classification of Institutional Characteristics
Basic Type
Master's Colleges and Universities (smaller programs)
Size and Setting
Medium four-year, primarily residential
Enrollment Profile
High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile
Full-time four-year, inclusive
Undergraduate Instructional Program
Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program
Single doctoral (education)
NOTE: Institutional classifications based on the Carnegie 2005 edition.
Fayetteville State University College Portrait
- Fayetteville State University
- Fayetteville, NC
- (910) 672-1111
- http://www.uncfsu.edu
Undergraduate Profile
| Total Undergraduate Students | 5,586 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | ||
| Women | 3,751 | 67% |
| Men | 1,835 | 33% |
| Race/Ethnicity | ||
| International | 12 | <1% |
| Race/Ethnicity Not Reported | 337 | 6% |
| Hispanic | 225 | 4% |
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 60 | 1% |
| Asian | 54 | 1% |
| African American / Black | 4,106 | 74% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | <1% |
| White | 792 | 14% |
| Multi Racial | 0 | <1% |
| Geographic Distribution (Degree-Seeking) | |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 93% |
| Other US States & Territories | 6% |
| Other Countries | <1% |
| Age (Degree-Seeking) | |
| Average Age | 25 |
| Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older | 36% |
Fayetteville State University College Portrait
- Fayetteville State University
- Fayetteville, NC
- (910) 672-1111
- http://www.uncfsu.edu
Undergraduate Success and Progress Rate
A 69% four-year success and progress rate means that 69% of students starting in Fall 2003 either graduated or are still enrolled at a higher education institution four years later.
Counts for the Fall 2003 entering class shown in the graph above.
- 794 First-Time, Full-Time Students
- 303 Full-Time Transfer Students
Retention of Fall 2008 First-Time, Full-time Students
First-time students in Fall 2008 that returned for their second year: 74%
Fayetteville State University College Portrait
- Fayetteville State University
- Fayetteville, NC
- (910) 672-1111
- http://www.uncfsu.edu
Costs of Attendance and Financial Aid
Typical Undergraduate Costs per Year without Financial Aid (Full-Time, In-State Students)
Total Typical Cost of Attendance: $12,265
The cost to attend Fayetteville State University varies based on the individual circumstances of students and may be reduced through grants and scholarships.
Financial Aid Awarded to Undergraduates
Annual Need-Based Scholarships & Grants
• 77% of 2008-09 full-time undergraduates received need-based grants or scholarships; the average award for the year was $5,970
Annual Need-Based Loans
• 68% of 2008-09 full-time undergraduates received need-based work-study and/or loans (not including parent loans); the average loan for the year was $4,313
Percent of 2007-08 First-Time Students Receiving Each Type of Financial Aid
NOTE: Students may receive aid from more than one source.
Fayetteville State University College Portrait
- Fayetteville State University
- Fayetteville, NC
- (910) 672-1111
- http://www.uncfsu.edu
Academic Preparation of New Freshmen
Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended
| Middle 50% of Test Score Range | ACT | SAT |
|---|---|---|
| Composite | 15 - 19 | |
| Math | 15 - 18 | 390 - 460 |
| English | 13 - 18 | |
| Critical Reading | 370 - 440 |
50% of admitted students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
| High School Background | ||
|---|---|---|
| Percent in top 25% of High School Graduating Class | 12% | |
| Percent in top 50% of High School Graduating Class | 51% | |
| Percent of New Freshmen who submitted HS Class Rank | 94% | |
| Average High School GPA (4-point scale) | 2.8 | |
| Percent who submitted High School GPA | 100% | |
Study At FSU
| Classroom Environment | |
|---|---|
| Students per Faculty | 16 to 1 |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 30 students | 80% |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 50 students | 99% |
| Full-Time Instructional Faculty | |
|---|---|
| Total Faculty | 287 |
| % Women | 41% |
| % from Minority Groups | 59% |
| % with Highest Degree in Field | 85% |
Fayetteville State University College Portrait
- Fayetteville State University
- Fayetteville, NC
- (910) 672-1111
- http://www.uncfsu.edu
Campus Safety
The mission of the Crime Prevention Program is to support the Campus Police Department by implementing programs that will help to detect, remove, or reduce the opportunities for crime. This is accomplished through educational programs that teach self awareness, emphasize personal safety, and encourage involvement to help make the campus a safe place for everyone.
Degrees and Areas of Study
| Degrees awarded at Fayetteville State University in 2008-09 | |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 773 |
| Master's | 145 |
| Doctoral | 9 |
| Total | 927 |
| Areas of study with the largest number of bachelors degrees awarded in 2008-09 | |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 15% |
| Psychology, General | 15% |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 11% |
| Sociology | 10% |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 6% |
Fayetteville State University College Portrait
- Fayetteville State University
- Fayetteville, NC
- (910) 672-1111
- http://www.uncfsu.edu
Student Experiences and Perceptions
Institutions participating in the VSA program measure student involvement on campus using one of four national surveys. Results from the one survey are reported for a common set of questions selected as part of VSA. Following are the selected results from the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). The questions have been grouped together in categories that are known to contribute to student learning and development. The results reported below are based on the responses of seniors who participated in the survey.
Group Learning Experiences
- 88% percent of seniors worked with classmates on assignments outside of class.
- 48% of seniors tutored or taught other students
- 15% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week participating in co-curricular activities such as student organizations and intramural sports
Active Learning Experiences
- 81% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week preparing for class
- 13% of seniors worked on a research project with a faculty member
- 39% of seniors participated in an internship, practicum, or field experience
- 50% of seniors participated in community service or volunteer work
- 3% of seniors participated in study abroad
- 91% of seniors made at least one class presentation last year
Institutional Commitment to Student Learning and Success
- 91% of seniors believe this institution provides support for student success
- 65% of seniors rated the quality of academic advising at this institution as good or excellent
- 61% of seniors reported that this institution provided help in coping with work, family and other non-academic responsibilities
- 96% of seniors reported working harder than they thought they could to meet an instructor's standards or expectations
Student Interaction with Campus Faculty and Staff
- 50% of seniors believed that the campus staff were helpful, considerate, or flexible
- 70% of seniors believed that faculty are available, helpful, or sympathetic
- 95% of seniors reported that faculty members provided prompt feedback on their academic performance
- 72% of seniors discussed readings or ideas with faculty members outside of class
Experiences with Diverse Groups of People and Ideas
- 69% of seniors reported that they often tried to understand someone else's point of view
- 85% of seniors reported their experience at this institution contributed to their understanding people of other racial and ethnic backgrounds
- 55% of seniors often had serious conversations with students of a different race or ethnicity
Student Satisfaction
- 71% of seniors would attend this institution if they started over again
- 74% of seniors rated their entire educational experience as good or excellent
- 76% of seniors reported that other students were friendly or supportive
Fayetteville State University College Portrait
- Fayetteville State University
- Fayetteville, NC
- (910) 672-1111
- http://www.uncfsu.edu
Student Learning Assessment at Fayetteville State University
All colleges and universities use multiple approaches to measure student learning. Many of these are specific to particular disciplines, many are coordinated with accrediting agencies, and many are based on outcomes after students have graduated.
Fayetteville State University has a long history of assessment activities, beginning in the early 1980's with its placement testing program for incoming freshmen and, in the 1990's with its assessment program for students at the mid-point of their college experience. In all cases, student outcomes data have been used to improve opportunities for students to learn.� Additionally, regular and systematic assessment of student satisfaction has�resulted in�improvements�to the overall climate of the FSU campus.
Pilot Project to Measure Core Learning Outcomes
Colleges and universities participating in the College Portrait measure the typical improvement in students' abilities to think, reason, and write using one of three tests. This is part of a pilot project to better understand and compare what students learn between their freshman and senior years at different colleges and universities.
Results from the Collegiate Learning Assessment
The Collegiate Learning Assessment (CLA) measures critical thinking, analytic reasoning, problem solving, and written communication using a performance task and an analytic writing task. The scores from the tasks are reported separately below.
Performance Task Results for First-time, Full-time Students
The increase in learning on the performance task is what would be expected at an institution with students of similar academic abilities.
Freshman Score: 949
Senior Score: 1020
CLA score range: 400 to no maximum score.
Average SAT scores for tested students
Freshman Score: 855
Senior Score: 0
Analytic Writing Task Results for First-time, Full-time Students
The increase in learning on the analytic writing task is what would be expected at an institution with students of similar academic abilities.
Freshman Score: 962
Senior Score: 1077
CLA score range: 400 to no maximum score.
Average SAT scores for tested students
Freshman Score: 857
Senior Score: 0