by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current tuition and fee figures for Shaw University, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
For the most recent year on record, tuition and fees at Shaw University came in at $17,538 for the year for full-time undergrads. Note that the school does not charge a different rate for in-state students.
The fees portion of those totals amounted to $4,746; what is left is base tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,792 |
| Fees | $4,746 |
| Total | $17,538 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and leave out room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
What does Shaw University cost per credit hour part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
For perspective, here is how Shaw University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In NC | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Inexpensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Shaw University lands right around the average.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. Review the Shaw University Financial Aid page to learn more.
Below is how tuition at Shaw University has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $11,808 |
| Two Years Ago | $11,808 |
| One Year Ago | $12,408 |
| Most Recent Year | $12,792 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at Shaw University has moved over recent reported years.
Most recently, tuition rose 3.1%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $18,080 next year.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Over the reported years, tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 2.11%, which puts the figure next year near $17,908.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $17,908 |
| In 2 Years | $18,285 |
| In 3 Years | $18,670 |
| In 4 Years | $19,063 |
| In 5 Years | $19,465 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $73,926.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
To learn about financial aid at Shaw University, visit the Shaw University Financial Aid page.
