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Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte

#1729 in US ranking Charlotte, NC
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$59,382
Tuition & fees
$41,982
Avg. aid
$27,228
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
80%
SAT range
880–1130
ACT range
16–23

Outcomes

Graduation rate
49%
Median salary
$42,538
1 yr after graduation

What does Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte offer in terms of athletics?

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte offers Wildcats athletics, with reported sports including basketball, cross-country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. The list describes sports associated with the institution; applicants should check the current Charlotte team roster and competition schedule for a sport they hope to play.

Varsity participation involves team selection and scheduled competition, unlike informal recreation or intramural play. Athletic association and conference arrangements can change, so prospective recruits should confirm the current affiliation, eligibility rules, and any available athletic aid with Charlotte athletics rather than relying on information about another Johnson & Wales campus.

What student groups and Associations are available at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?

Student organizations offer Charlotte students ways to meet peers outside class and pursue academic, professional, service, and personal interests. The current roster of recognized groups is more useful than a historical club list because activity can vary from year to year.

Students interested in culinary or hospitality careers, cultural activities, or campus leadership can ask the student-engagement office which organizations are active and how to join or start one. A recognized student organization is different from a university-run service or an informal gathering: recognition generally determines access to campus activity procedures and resources.

Who studies at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte reported 1,184 enrolled students in the 2024-25 student figures. Its entering group included 450 first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates and 37 transfer-in students.

Most enrolled students were young adults: the largest reported age group was 18-19, followed by students aged 20-21. The campus nevertheless enrolled students in older age groups, so adult applicants would not be the only students returning to education later.

Charlotte draws students from beyond North Carolina. Reported geographic shares indicate that about 34% were state residents and about 66% came from other U.S. states. Reported racial and ethnic counts include Black or African American, White, Hispanic or Latino, Asian, multiracial, and other students. These figures describe enrollment; they cannot establish any individual student's experience of belonging or campus life.

How does student life look like at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?

Student life at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte combines an urban campus with a relatively small reported enrollment. Students may encounter classmates through courses, campus programming, athletics, and student groups, while those who live off campus may need to plan more deliberately for activities outside class hours.

The reported student-to-faculty ratio is 14 to 1. That institution-wide measure is not a promise about the size of every lecture, lab, or culinary course. New students can use orientation and academic advising to understand course sequencing and campus services; continuing students can look to student-engagement and wellness resources for support beyond academics.

What libraries are available to students at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte reports one campus library, the Johnson & Wales University Library. It serves as a place to use academic materials and study, while the university's library resources also support research beyond the physical collection.

Students working on a paper or project should look for library guidance on finding scholarly sources, using databases, and obtaining research help. Access terms for digital materials, study spaces, and borrowing services can differ, particularly for remote users or materials held elsewhere; the library's current service information is the best guide for a specific assignment.

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

1184

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

448

Total staff

70 full time, 40 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 1,184

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 1,153
Part-time: 31

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 306
Men: 142

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 158
Black or African American: 495
White: 397
American Indian or Alaska Native: 7
Asian: 19
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 2
Two or more races: 43
Unknown: 50

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Sports & Athletics

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Basketball

Both––

Cross-country running

Both––

Golf

Both––

Soccer

Both––

Softball

Women––

Tennis

Both––

Track and field

Women––

Volleyball

Women––

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.