| Race/Ethnicity | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 236 | 74.45% |
| Hispanic | 17 | 5.36% |
| International | 15 | 4.73% |
| Multi-Ethnic | 15 | 4.73% |
| White | 15 | 4.73% |
| Unknown | 13 | 4.10% |
| Asian | 6 | 1.89% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 0 | 0.32% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0 | 0.32% |
The majority of Norfolk State graduate students are Black or African American.