Queens University of Charlotte
Founded in 1857, Queens University of Charlotte is a 4-year private school in the Charlotte metro area. Queens grants bachelor’s degrees in 43 academic majors centered around the liberal arts. In addition, the university is home to The Queens Advantage, a program that requires all students to enroll in multiple interdisciplinary courses centered around a theme such as sustainability or immigration. For sports fans, the Queens Sports Complex houses a statue of Rex, the school mascot and the largest standing lion sculpture in the world.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Presbyterian Church (USA)
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 1, 2018 | |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | December 1, 2018 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | March 1, 2019 | May 1, 2019 |
Admitted Student Stats
56%
Submitting ACT
65%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 25
Average SAT Composite: 1132
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
2,507
Total Number of Undergrads
1,719
Classroom Sizes
0
100
46%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
53%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $34,684
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| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $34,684
|
Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
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$10,860
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| Books and Supplies | $1000
|
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
Students Receiving Grants
Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
24%
Average Aid Per Year
$22,152
24%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,457
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$20,024
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans
Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
59%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,518
Average Debt at Graduation
The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment
The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$274
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
45
Size of Town
Major city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
68%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Royals
School Colors
navy and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Charlotte
Raleigh
Atlanta
New York
Washington
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
84%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$49,400
What Students Are Saying
3.70
Average Rating
Queens is a small school with a huge impact. It may seem surreal when you first step foot on the campus, but believe it or not, everyone here is as nice as they seem. Everyone here is exceptionally understanding and the classes are definitely rigorous.
Ash from NC
Queens University of Charlotte is a school where one can flourish. With high academic rigor, inclusive activities, and a strong sense of community, Queens has many things students go in wanting. The school is extremely dedicated in cultivating the best experience for all its attendees.
Caroline from NC
A great place to start as a freshman. Smaller classroom settings and the school caters to the needs of each individual student.
Jalen from Fort Mill, SC
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