- The Charlotte Campus offers bachelors, associate and certificate programs. Located in financial center of the New South, home to 299 Fortune 500 companies, the campus offers links to local, national and global industry in a modern, fast-paced university setting. Our pioneering approach to academics combines classroom education with industry-specific skills. Our academic programs blend the theoretical with the practical and are designed with industry input, so you?ll graduate with the knowledge and skills employers are seeking. We'll provide you with hands-on learning in small classroom settings, training on industry-specific software, leadership development and community service opportunities, a faculty with significant industry experience, the opportunity to take classes in your major in your first term, innovative concentrations, opportunities to study overseas. One-third of your coursework will consist of arts and sciences classes, so you'll develop the critical thinking, analytical and communications skills necessary for long-term career progression. At our Providence Campus, we also offer graduate programs in education and business.
School Highlights
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte serves 1,262 students (98% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,262 students
- Private-state tuition: $35,750
- Acceptance Rate: 82%
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
256 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte has declined by 17% over five years.
The Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte diversity score of 0.65 is equal to the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,262 students
1,993 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
9:1
# Full-Time Students
1,231 students
644 students
# Part-Time Students
31 students
1,349 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
155 students
252 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,231 students
644 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
5 students
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
31 students
1,404 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
1,202 students
717 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
% Asian
48%
19%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
10%
13%
% White
2%
5%
% Hawaiian
33%
54%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.3863%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.5387%
0.5387%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,800
$27,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $35,750 is more than the state average of $19,438. The private state tuition has grown by 10% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$35,750
$19,438
Tuition Notes
Tuition & fees for 2021-22 academic year
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$25,750
$11,865
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,436
$5,846
Acceptance Rate
82%
82%
SAT Reading
n/a
488
SAT Math
n/a
498
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
13
ACT Math
n/a
16
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte cost?
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte's private state tuition is approximately $35,750.
What schools are Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte often compared to?
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotteis often viewed alongside schools like Central Piedmont Community College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?
The acceptance rate of Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is 82%, which is equal to the state average of 82%.
What sports does Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte offer?
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte's ranking?
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Average community college minority breakdown and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte located?
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is located in the Charlotte center city neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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