Elon,
NC
About Elon University
Experiential learning, outstanding teaching & mentoring, and an excellent four-year graduation rate make Elon a top-100 National University. Elon has built a reputation as a university like no other. Our remarkable growth is tied to two central beliefs: students learn most deeply through engaged, hands-on experiences; and, students’ lives are transformed through personal relationships with faculty and staff whose first priorities are teaching and mentoring. Now, in a time of fundamental change, Elon University has emerged as the leader in defining what matters most in a college education.
Elon University is a private, religious school in the suburb of Elon, North Carolina. Elon University was founded in 1889. The college enrolls around 7,127 students per year, including 6,302 undergraduate students.
Elon University Acceptance Rate 2022
It is moderately difficult to get into Elon University. The acceptance rate at Elon University is 78%. In 2022, 17,834 students applied to Elon University and 13,859 were admitted.
| Elon University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 78% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 89% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | 78% |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting ACT scores | 78% |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 28% |
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Elon University is locatedin the town of Elon, North Carolina, near the city of Raleigh.
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College Info
Elon University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 10
Transfer Applications are Due
Jul 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Elon University is Jan 10.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Elon University is Jul 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Elon University ACT Scores
ACT Range
25 - 30
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
ACT Score
Estimated Chance
30 and Above
25 to 30
25 and Less
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ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median ACT score of an admitted student to Elon University is 27. Students with an ACT score of 30 and above have a good chance of getting into Elon University. Students with an ACT score that falls between 25 and 30 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 25 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.
Elon University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1175 - 1330
Math SAT Range
580 - 660
Reading SAT Range
590 - 680
Elon University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$51,952
In State$51,952
Out-of-StateStudent Life
Wondering what life at Elon University is like? There are approximately 7,127 students enrolled at Elon University, including 6,302 undergraduate students and 825 graduate students. 97% percent of students attend school full-time, 20% percent are from NC and 80% percent of students are from other states.
97%
Full Time3%
Part Time20%
In State80%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
7,127
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
78%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$37,921
Out-of-State
$37,921
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 10
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