Fayetteville State University Admissions

Fayetteville State operates with an open admission policy, accepting 81% of applicants. This means most students who meet basic requirements will gain admission. The middle 50% of students score between 870-1060 on the SAT, with an average of 965. Nearly 90% of students come from North Carolina, reflecting the university's mission as a regional institution. As a historically black university founded in 1867, Fayetteville State seeks students committed to academic growth and community engagement. The school particularly values students who want to contribute to its legacy of educational opportunity and social mobility in southeastern North Carolina.