North Carolina Wesleyan University

Basic Information

Address: 3400 N. Wesleyan Blvd. Rocky Mount, NC 27804 d
Phone Number: 252.985.5200
Fax Number: 252.985.5295
President: Dr. Evan Duff
Admissions Director: Paige Wells

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Additional Information

School Type: Private co-educational liberal arts university, affiliated with the United Methodist Church.
Degrees Offered:

Undergraduate Degrees (Batchelor's), Graduate Degrees (Master's), and Certificates

School Size: Student Body Enrollment: 1,419 (Fall 2024)
Classroom Size: <30 (Average)
Student/Teacher Ratio: 14:1
School Holidays: https://ncwu.edu/academics/academic-calendar/
Housing Type: https://ncwu.edu/campus-life/live-eat-play/live/
Diversity: Diverse Student Body: https://ncwu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/NCWU-Fast-Facts-2025_DIGITAL.pdf
Financial Aid:

100% of Traditional program students are eligible for financial assistance and recently recognized as the #1 most affordable private, non-profit university in NC

Activities:

Active Greek Life and Thriving Student Involvment: Play | North Carolina Wesleyan University

School Championships:

- 142 Total Championships
- 16 Consecutive USA South Championships in Men's Tennis
- 3 USA South Regular Season Championships (2024-2025)
- 2 Tournament Championships (2024-2025)

Parking Spaces/Availability:

Available (Free) Parking - Eligible for all, including Freshman

Admissions Requirements:

First-year - NCWU operates on a rolling admissions calendar and we make it easy for you!

To be considered for admission, simply complete and submit your application online by clicking here. There is no fee to apply and NCWU does not require the SAT and/or ACT for admission and/or scholarship consideration. Once our office has received your application and high school transcript(s), you will receive an admissions decision within 7-10 business days. If at any time during the application process you have questions or concerns, feel free to contact one of our admission counselors!

 

Application/Transfer Deadlines:

Transfer - NCWU operates on a rolling admissions calendar and we make it easy for you!

To be considered for admission, simply complete and submit your application online by clicking here. There is no fee to apply. Once our office has received your application and official transcripts for each post-secondary institution (community college or university) you have attended, you will receive an admissions decision within 7-10 business days. If at any time during the application process you have questions or concerns, feel free to contact one of our admission counselors!

Mission Statement:

NCWU's Mission:
North Carolina Wesleyan University, a private institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church, prepares students for professional advancement, life-long learning, and responsible participation in their communities.

Philosophy/Belief Statement:

https://ncwu.edu/about/bishop-beliefs/