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Norfolk State University
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Interested in attending Norfolk State University?

On this page, you'll learn how difficult it is to get into Norfolk State University, we'll dig into high school grades and test scores, and you'll find out the factors the school considers when reviewing applications.

67
%
Acceptance rate
May 31
Regular admission deadline
Test Optional
Testing

Admission Rates

Is it difficult to get into Norfolk State University?

67%

Using the most up-to-date data on record, Norfolk State accepted 67% of applicants. We classify this as somewhat selective.

In the most recent year, 2,817 people applied and 1,895 were accepted.

Applied/Accepted
Women
1188 / 1708 (70%)
Men
707 / 1109 (64%)

Acceptance rates at colleges can change over time, with some becoming more competitive and others accepting more students. Here’s a look at the acceptance rate trend for the past 3 years at Norfolk State University:

100%
88.0
76.0
64.0
52.0
40.0
2022
2023
2024

Acceptance rates at schools can vary depending on if the student is in-state, out-of-state, or international.

63%
Enrollment of those accepted
Very High
Yield rate

Of those accepted, 63% ended up enrolling at Norfolk State University, making their yield rate Very High. The yield rate is the percentage of accepted students who enroll at the school. You can use the yield rate to find out how coveted a school is for the students who apply to it.

Application Factors

You can increase your chances of getting into Norfolk State University by looking at what the school considers during the application process.

Here are the things Norfolk State considers:

Very Important

  • Recommendation(s)
  • Rigor of Secondary School Record
  • Standardized Test Scores

Important

  • Class Rank

Considered

  • Application Essay
  • Character/Personal Qualities
  • Extracurricular Activities
  • Interview
  • Talent/Ability

Not Considered

  • Alumni/AE Relation
  • First Generation
  • Geographical Residence
  • Level of Applicant's Interest
  • Religious Affiliation/Commitment
  • State Residency
  • Volunteer Work
  • Work Experience

Grades & Testing

Do you have the grades and test scores to get into Norfolk State University?

Test Optional
Testing

Grades

Norfolk State is Test Optional. This means scores are considered if they are submitted, but applicants do not need to submit scores.

Applicants submitting SAT Scores

3%

Applicants submitting ACT Scores

1%
SAT Math Scores
25th Percentile
410
75th Percentile
510
SAT Verb Scores
25th Percentile
430
75th Percentile
530
SAT Composite Scores
25th Percentile
840
75th Percentile
1040

Application Deadlines

These are the deadlines for applying to Norfolk State University. Application deadlines are subject to change, so please verify all deadlines with the school.

Regular Admissions

May 31
Regular admission deadline

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