Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
67.31%
SAT Average
1,222
ACT Range
23-28
Elon University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 67.31%. This means approximately 673 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 6,402 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
67.31%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $44,536 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $44,536 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $59,369 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $41,048 | State avg: $14,661. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 9.15% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 24.49% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Elon University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$44,536
Room and board
$14,478
Books and supplies
$900
Other expenses
$2,600
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$59,369
Average net price
$41,048
Average aid coverage
31%
$18,321 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Elon University pays approximately $41,048 per year after grants and aid. This is above the North Carolina average of $14,661 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Elon University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to North Carolina and national averages.
Elon University net price
$41,048
North Carolina average
$14,661
National average
$17,506
Elon University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $44,536 and average net price at $41,048. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$44,536
Current net price
$41,048
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
82.96%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$74,545
Undergraduates
6,402
10-Year Median Earnings - Elon University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Elon University graduates earn about 1.7x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Elon University?
Undergraduates
6,402
Completion rate
82.96%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
9.15%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
24.49%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 9.15% of Elon University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 24.49% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Elon University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Elon University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Elon University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Elon University is listed at 100 Campus Drive, Elon, NC 27244-2010. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Elon University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elon University | 67.31% | $44,536 | $41,048 | $74,545 |
| Duke University | 6.78% | $65,805 | $34,454 | $97,800 |
| Chamberlain University-North Carolina | 66.67% | $19,686 | $21,664 | $92,405 |
| Davidson College | 14.48% | $60,300 | $18,127 | $81,400 |
| Wake Forest University | 21.56% | $64,758 | $28,746 | $78,158 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elon University's acceptance rate?
Elon University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 67.31%.
How much is Elon University tuition?
Elon University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $44,536.
What is Elon University's average net price?
Elon University's average net price in the local dataset is $41,048.
What does Elon University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $27,108 for Elon University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Elon University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $74,545 for Elon University.
Is Elon University accredited?
Elon University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Elon University?
The local dataset lists 6,402 undergraduate students at Elon University.
What percentage of Elon University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Elon University in the local dataset is 9.15%.
What is the federal loan rate at Elon University?
The federal loan rate for Elon University in the local dataset is 24.49%.
Where should I verify Elon University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Elon University or the latest official federal education data.