Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC · Public
Test scores
Admitted students score between 890 and 1090 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 17
Popular programs at Fayetteville State University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 213 | |
| 2 | Psychology, General. | 163 | |
| 3 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 134 | |
| 4 | Criminal Justice and Corrections. | 90 | |
| 5 | Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | 55 | |
| 6 | Accounting and Related Services. | 48 | |
| 7 | Sociology. | 44 | |
| 8 | Biology, General. | 38 | |
| 9 | Fire Protection. | 38 | |
| 10 | Social Work. | 38 | |
| 11 | Health and Medical Administrative Services. | 31 | |
| 12 | Communication and Media Studies. | 28 | |
| 13 | Computer Science. | 24 | |
| 14 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 22 | |
| 15 | Public Administration. | 16 | |
| 16 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 16 | |
| 17 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | 14 | |
| 18 | English Language and Literature, General. | 13 | |
| 19 | Finance and Financial Management Services. | 13 | |
| 20 | Political Science and Government. | 9 |
Showing top 20 of 29 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Fayetteville State University?
Fayetteville State University has an acceptance rate of 82% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Fayetteville State University?
Admitted students at Fayetteville State University typically score between 890 and 1090 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Fayetteville State University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Fayetteville State University is approximately $7,892 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Fayetteville State University?
4-year graduation rate data for Fayetteville State University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
