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Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Science & Tech Programs

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is a private not-for-profit institution located in Charlotte, NC. A Major City Center provides a peaceful environment with access to urban amenities.

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Rankings

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte has earned the following rankings for science & tech programs at the bachelors level:

Ranking Rank Among
Overall Quality #35 of 129 State — North Carolina
Overall Quality #298 of 1,106 Region — Southeast
Overall Quality #1729 of 4,630 Nationwide

Where Is Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?

Location of Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte

Contact information for Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte are listed below.

Contact Details
Address: Academic Center, 801 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Phone: 8665982427
Website: www.jwu.edu/campuses/charlotte/
Admissions: www.jwu.edu/admissions/visit-jwu/charlotte/index.html
Financial Aid: www.jwu.edu/campuses/charlotte/admissions-and-aid/contact-us/the-financial-aid-team.html

How Do I Get Into Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?

You can apply to Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte online at: https://apply.jwu.edu/?_ga=2.226896733.1144428041.1661956580-1253747645.1659483415

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is classified as Less Selective (70-85%) for admissions.

Admission Requirements for Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte

These are the things Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte considers when reviewing applications:

Requirement Status
Secondary School Record Required
Secondary School GPA Required
Recommendations Considered but not required
Admission Test Scores (SAT/ACT) Considered but not required

How Hard Is It To Get Into Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte admits 80%, making it highly accessible. Ensure you meet all application requirements and prepare the application in full.

Of those admitted, 14% choose to enroll — a modest enrollment yield, suggesting many admitted students choose other institutions.

Average Test Scores

10% of admitted students submitted SAT scores and 6% submitted ACT scores.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile of admitted students at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 450 and 570. Math scores were between 430 and 560.

SAT Reading and Writing Scores for Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte  ( 450 to 570 )
200
800
SAT Math Scores for Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte  ( 430 to 560 )
200
800
Combined SAT scores ranged from 880 to 1130.
SAT Total Scores for Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte  ( 880 to 1130 )
400
1600
ACT Composite scores for admitted students at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte ranged between 16 and 23.

ACT Composite Scores for Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte  ( 16 to 23 )
1
36

Selectivity by Gender

Admit rates at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte vary modestly across gender.

Gender Applicants Admitted Acceptance Rate
Men 1,227 951 78%
Women 2,875 2,326 81%

Can I Afford Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?

The average net price after aid at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is $28,901. Cost varies significantly based on your financial situation since net price varies by income group.

Tuition & Fees

Category Cost
In-State Tuition $41,782
In-State Fees $200
Out-of-State Tuition $41,782
Out-of-State Fees $200
Total In-State Tuition & Fees $41,982
Total Out-of-State Tuition & Fees $41,982

Financial Aid

Counting all forms of financial assistance, 38% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte receive some form of financial aid (430 students).

Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $27,228 per student.

52% of students receive federal Pell Grants, averaging $5,960.

Student Loan Debt

81% of Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte undergraduates take out federal student loans, averaging $6,805 per year.

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Undergraduate Student Diversity

Its Carnegie Classification is Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields.

Gender Diversity

Of the 1,126 undergraduate students at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte, approximately 35% are male and 65% are female.

Undergraduate Gender Diversity at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte

Racial-Ethnic Diversity

The racial-ethnic breakdown of Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte undergraduate students is as follows.

Racial-Ethnic Diversity of Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Undergraduate Students
Race/Ethnicity Number of Students
Asian 18
Black or African American 470
Hispanic 149
White 377
American Indian/Alaska Native 6
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 2
Two or More Races 40
Non-Resident 12

Geographic Diversity

The top 5 home states of first-time undergraduate students at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte are shown below.

Top 5 Home States of Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Students
State First-Time UG Students
North Carolina 152
South Carolina 73
Virginia 55
Florida 32
Georgia 32

Additionally, approximately 1.1% of undergraduate students are non-resident from outside the United States.

Online Learning at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte offers distance learning options for students who need flexibility.

277 undergraduate students at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte took at least one online class — of those, 5 took all of their classes online.

Distance education is available at the undergraduate level.

Academic Programs at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte offers 9 distinct academic programs.

The highest level of award offered is Bachelor’s degree.

Institutional Profile

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte maintains an open admission policy: No. Credit transfer:

  • AP credits: Yes
  • Dual enrollment credits: Yes
  • Life experience credits: Implied no

References

More about our data sources and methodologies.

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