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Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte

Charlotte, NC · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

Admission rate
80%
Accessible
Average net price
$26,258
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
39%
Median earnings
$53,928
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is a private nonprofit two-year college in Charlotte, NC with 1,184 undergraduates. It admits 80% of applicants, and admitted students average 1007 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $26,258 per year ($23,697 for families earning under $30,000). 39% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $53,928 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit two-year college

Admissions

Admission rate
80%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
4,677
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,521
Fall 2023
Yield
12%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing450–570
200800
SAT Math430–560
200800
ACT Composite16–23
136

What Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$59,382
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$44,581

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$23,697
  • $30–48k$23,588
  • $48–75k$24,639
  • $75–110k$27,754
  • $110k+$33,666

Get a personal estimate with Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
39%
Freshman retention
72%
Median earnings
$53,928
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,184
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
60%
  • White34%
  • Hispanic13%
  • Black42%
  • Asian2%

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte FAQ

What is Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte's acceptance rate?+

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte admits 80% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 450–570 on SAT Reading and Writing and 430–560 on SAT Math; the average total is 1007.

What ACT score do you need for Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 16–23.

Is Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?+

In Fall 2023, 4,677 students applied to Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte and 3,521 were admitted; 432 enrolled.

Does Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte consider legacy status?+

Yes. Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte require an essay?+

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $59,382 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,258.

What is Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte's graduation rate?+

39% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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