Shaw University admissions
Raleigh, NC
Shaw University acceptance rate
80.2%
5,924 of 7,390 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Less selective. With a rate like this, Shaw University is often a likely or safety school for students who meet its requirements.
Key numbers
- Yield: 4% of admitted students enrolled (243 of 5,924).
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Common questions about Shaw University
What is the acceptance rate at Shaw University?
Shaw University admitted 80.2% of applicants (5,924 of 7,390) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Shaw University?
243 of the 5,924 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 4%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Shaw University?
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