North Carolina Wesleyan University
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Opportunity. Community. Purpose. North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) offers a dynamic, student-centered experience that prepares learners for lives of leadership and service. Rooted in the liberal arts and grounded in values of integrity, inclusion, and innovation, NCWU provides students with the tools they need to grow academically, professionally, and personally.
Get to know North Carolina Wesleyan University
College Highlights
At NCWU, students take an active role in their education through hands-on learning and real-world application. From internships and undergraduate research to service projects and career-focused capstones, every academic program encourages students to connect classroom knowledge to meaningful practice.
In majors like biology, business, criminal justice, and education, students explore their fields through practical experiences that build confidence and skill. Opportunities like the Teaching Fellows program, student-led research in the sciences, and community outreach through service-learning courses foster curiosity, creativity, and civic engagement.
Students also benefit from strong mentorship as they pursue internships and job shadowing opportunities throughout eastern North Carolina and beyond, ensuring that what they learn in class prepares them for what’s next.
ENROLLMENT BY ETHNICITY
Non-U.S. Citizen: 12%
Hispanic/Latine: 3%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic: 43%
White, non-Hispanic: 24%
Native/Indigenous American or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic: 1%
Asian, non-Hispanic: 1%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic: 0%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic: 4%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown: 12%
Faculty at North Carolina Wesleyan bring deep expertise and a strong commitment to teaching. With small classes and a student-faculty ratio that supports individualized learning, professors are able to guide, mentor, and challenge their students in meaningful ways.
The university’s academic programs combine the breadth of a liberal arts foundation with the depth of career-ready training in areas like cybersecurity, sport administration, marketing, and healthcare administration. Faculty engage students with real-world case studies, collaborative projects, and experiential learning that goes beyond lectures.
Whether guiding students through a senior research project or helping them navigate graduate school options, NCWU faculty play an active role in each student’s success story.
NCWU offers a warm, inclusive campus atmosphere where students from all backgrounds feel welcomed and supported. A wide range of student organizations, athletic teams, service groups, and cultural events ensures that everyone can find their niche and build lifelong connections.
Spiritual life, volunteerism, and leadership development are woven into the student experience. Events like Bishop Business Day, Homecoming, and campus-wide service days foster school pride and a strong sense of community.
SCHOOL LOCATION
Located in Rocky Mount, the university combines the charm of a small-town setting with access to the professional and cultural resources of the greater Raleigh-Durham region, offering students both peace and possibility.
North Carolina Wesleyan is dedicated to helping students chart a clear path from college to career. The university’s Office of Career Development and Leadership provides comprehensive support through career counseling, résumé workshops, mock interviews, and employer connections.
With a strong network of alumni and industry partners, students often land internships and job placements with regional companies, government agencies, schools, and nonprofits. Programs with built-in pathways to graduate study—along with articulation agreements and advising for pre-professional tracks—help prepare students for continued academic success.
NCWU graduates are thoughtful, prepared, and equipped to make a difference in their communities—whether they choose to lead in the workforce, continue their studies, or pursue service-oriented careers.
Admission
TEST SCORES
Optional
Tuition & Cost
Tuition: $34,936
Fees: $600
Room: $5,698
Board: $7,096
Contact North Carolina Wesleyan University
Contact Admissions
ncwu.edu/admissions
(252) 985-5200
admissions@ncwu.edu
Campus Location
3400 N. Wesleyan Blvd.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
(252) 985-5100