Barton College
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Barton College
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Barton College is a small private college located on a suburban campus in Wilson, North Carolina. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,163, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 96%. The college offers 32 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 52%, and a student-faculty ratio of 14:1. Tuition and fees for students are $35,600.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired for some
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile17-23
SAT 25th-75th Percentile970-1150
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
78%
Online student enrollment
14:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
44%
Unknown
0%
Black
22%
Hispanic
9%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
46% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
6
Total Online Enrollment
986
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.78% online, 22% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
84% On-campus
16% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's9% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's50% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $35,600 | $35,600 |
| Graduate | $10,397 | $10,397 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $650 |
| On-campus room and board | $13,050 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,500 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $14,510 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,500 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $1,500 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $50,800 | $50,800 |
| Off-campus without family | $52,260 | $52,260 |
| Off-campus with family | $37,750 | $37,750 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
46%
State Grant Aid
47%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
46%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$26k
Average student debtafter graduation
$32k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 6 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 7 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 8 | History. | |||
| 9 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 10 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 11 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 12 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 13 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 14 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 15 | Psychology. | |||
| 16 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 17 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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