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Catawba College

Catawba College

Salisbury, NC

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Nestled in the historic town of Salisbury, North Carolina, Catawba College offers a rich blend of academic rigor and community spirit. This institution is dedicated to fostering personal growth and leadership in its students.
1,390
Students
78%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
1,285
Classification
Comprehensive
Type
Private, Non-Profit
Religious Affiliation
Protestant
Founded with a strong commitment to academic excellence, Catawba College provides a distinctive educational experience that balances classroom learning with hands-on opportunities. The campus, characterized by its picturesque setting and vibrant student life, encourages a close-knit, supportive environment. Students are immersed in a culture where they can thrive both intellectually and socially, weaving their educational journey with impactful extracurricular activities. Whether through innovative programs, dedicated faculty, or a plethora of community engagements, Catawba College cultivates a holistic approach to higher education.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Catawba College?

78% acceptance rate
Less Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
Unknown
Testing
Unknown
Average High School GPA
3.63
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
February 1
Early Decision
No

The most important factors Catawba College considers when admitting students are:

  • •Academic GPA
  • •Rigor of Secondary School Record
  • •Application Essay

Financials

See what it costs to attend Catawba College.

$ 55,510
Overall list price
$ 18,447
Average net price
$ 32,164
Merit Price™
Very Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Catawba College?

Suburb
Campus Setting
Republican
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Sunny

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Catawba College.

11:1
Student to faculty ratio
36%
4-year grad rate
48%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Catawba are:

  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Exercise Science and Kinesiology
  • Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

Demographics

Who attends Catawba College?

36
States represented
37
Countries represented
Yes
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
1,390
Women
52%
Men
48%

Housing

What's it like living at Catawba College?

$14,000
Room & Board
54
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Catawba College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.63.

How much does Catawba College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $55,510 to attend Catawba.

How many people attend Catawba College?

1,390 people attend Catawba. 1,285 are undergraduate students and 105 are graduate students.

Where is Catawba College located?

Catawba College is located in Salisbury, North Carolina. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into Catawba College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 68% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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