Acceptance rate
66.4%
Elon University
Admission Chances & Acceptance Rate
Elon is a private university in North Carolina with about 7,100 students and a 66% acceptance rate. It's most known for Business & Marketing and Communications degrees, which together account for nearly half of all degrees awarded. The 84% six-year graduation rate is solid, and graduates earn a median of $74,545 ten years after enrollment. After financial aid, the average cost is around $41,500 annually.
Enrollment
7,123
Test policy
optional
Grad rate (6-yr)
84%
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The middle 50% of admitted students (25th–75th percentile), self-reported by the school.
SAT (combined)
1130 – 1280
ACT (composite)
23 – 28
GPA
Not published
$ What You'll Actually Pay
Average yearly net price after grants & scholarships, by family income (federal cohort averages — not a personal quote).
$0–30k
$26,523
family income
$30–48k
$23,514
family income
$48–75k
$24,064
family income
$75–110k
$34,472
family income
$110k+
$49,743
family income
10% receive Pell grants
24% take federal loans
✦ Strongest Programs
The fields Elon University graduates the most students in — a signal of depth, faculty, and alumni networks.
Business & Marketing
29.3%
Communications
19.5%
Parks & Recreation
7.4%
Psychology
6.3%
Social Sciences
5.8%
↗ Outcomes
School-level averages across all students who enrolled (College Scorecard). Not a personal forecast.
Earnings (10 yr)
$74,545
Earnings (6 yr)
$58,082
Completion
84%
Retention
90%
Median debt
$20,500
? Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Elon University?
Elon University has an acceptance rate of 66.4%, making it relatively accessible.
What SAT score do you need for Elon University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 1130 and 1280 on the SAT. The ACT range is 23–28.
How much does Elon University actually cost?
After grants and scholarships, the average net price for the lowest income band is $26,523 per year, rising to $49,743 for families earning $110k+. These are federal cohort averages, not a personal quote.
What are my chances of getting into Elon University?
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