Norfolk State University
Founded 1935
President Javaune Adams-Gaston (President)
Fees USD 8,038
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Urban
Norfolk State University (NSU) is a public HBCU founded in 1935 in Norfolk, Virginia, in the heart of the world’s largest naval complex. Enrolling 5,500 students, NSU is an NSA-designated National Center of Excellence in Cybersecurity and is known for social work, nursing, business, and technology programs serving the Hampton Roads military and defense community.
Schools
- School of Engineering, Science and Technology — NSA-designated Cybersecurity Center
- School of Social Work — CSWE-accredited; top HBCU social work program
- School of Nursing — CCNE-accredited nursing for Hampton Roads healthcare
- School of Business — Business with defense sector connections
How to Apply
- Acceptance Rate: ~91% | In-State Tuition: ~$8,038

