Carolina University

Carolina University is a small private non-profit master's university located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, with an undergraduate enrollment of 460. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As an independently governed, non-profit institution relying on tuition, endowment returns, and philanthropic support, it operates within the broader North Carolina postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 40% acceptance rate, admission is moderately selective. Admission is competitive but accessible, with 40% of applicants receiving offers each year. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $22,993 per year. The 4-year graduation rate is 24%, 21 percentage points below the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $32,864. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.