Elon University is a nationally recognized leader in engaged, experiential learning that prepares graduates to be creative, resilient, ambitious and ethical citizens of our global culture. At Elon, more than 7,000 students learn through hands-on experiences and close working relationships with faculty and staff whose priorities are teaching and mentoring. Elon's rigorous curriculum is grounded in the traditional liberal arts and sciences with an emphasis on global experiences and career development. More than 70 undergraduate majors are complemented by professional and graduate programs in law, business, education and health care. Elon is nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

January 10

Acceptance Rate

78%

SAT Range

1160-1320

ACT Range

25-30

Application Fee

$60

SAT/ACT

Considered but not required

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Yes

Cost

Net Price

$40,366 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$13,677 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

73%

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Professors

B+

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

12:1

Evening Degree Programs

91%

of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 77 responses

61%

of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 97 responses

69%

of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 97 responses

Majors

Engineering at Elon University

The Elon Engineering Program provides a distinctive undergraduate curriculum that combines foundational courses in the arts and sciences with engineering courses. We offer a dual degree program and a B.S. degree program. Our undergraduate students graduate as well-rounded, articulate and highly educated engineers who are best prepared to tackle the complex problems facing our world.

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Students

Full-Time Enrollment

6,144 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

193

Undergrads Over 25

Pell Grant

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Poll

What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?

Based on 70 responses

Preppy
34%
Motivated
23%
Wealthy
19%
Outgoing
6%
Overcommitted
6%
Friendly
4%
WASP
4%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus

96%

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72%

of students say that Greek life is pretty big. 117 responses

Poll

64%

of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 126 responses

Poll

What one word or phrase best describes your school?

Based on 69 responses

Beautiful
30%
Country club
28%
Beautiful, friendly community full of opportunity
20%
Greek
9%
Friendly community full of so much opportunity
4%
Home away from home
3%
Unique opportunities and great teachers
3%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$51,900 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

83%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

95%

National

83%

88%

of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 41 responses

Elon University Reviews

1,553 reviews

I love Elon! The community is so welcoming, and you can tell my stepping on the beautiful campus. The school supplies so many opportunities for students to get involved. Org fairs are amazing ways to find new things that you may be interested in, and meet others who have the same interests as you. Almost all of the undergraduate teachers that I have had are very understanding and genuinely want to see their students succeed. The night life is very fun, however parties start later than at other universities. Dining options are very good and there are plenty of retail places that you can 'swipe' into a select number of times a week, depending on your meal plan. I have no complaints about Elon and would highly recommend applying!

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Elon is amazing. When I first started the college search, I was overwhelmed by the number of options and the fact that not many schools stood out from one another. However, when I visited Elon, I knew I had found the place that would become my second home. The enthusiastic students, the welcoming atmosphere, and the inclusive professors and opportunities checked off every box on my list and more. The study abroad program and the research opportunities had me hooked. I have loved every minute of the last (nearly) two years and I cannot wait for the next two!

Elon is a great place to spend your college years. For starters, the campus is one of the most beautiful in the world. Students and faculty are very friendly and care about the direction of their own/their students future. As a double major within the business school, school life can be very busy, but my professors always make themselves available outside to class to help me succeed. I came to Elon for the smaller, more personalized classes, and I stayed for the upbeat energy that everyone brings to the table on a daily basis. I truly could not see myself having a better college experience than I am having at Elon. Don’t be fooled by the remote location, weekends at Elon are both busy and quite fun. 5 stars for Elon U!

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