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Mid-Atlantic Christian University

#1546 in US ranking Elizabeth City, NC
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$33,765
Tuition & fees
$16,200
Avg. aid
$11,761
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
62%
SAT range
830–1210
Avg. ACT
18

Outcomes

Graduation rate
21%
Median salary
$28,159
1 yr after graduation

What does Mid-Atlantic Christian University offer in terms of athletics?

Mid-Atlantic Christian University participates in the United States Collegiate Athletic Association, or USCAA. Its reported athletics offerings include baseball, basketball, cross-country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, table tennis, and volleyball.

A sport appearing in institutional listings does not establish that a varsity team, club, or recreational activity is active in every season. Prospective athletes should check current team rosters and schedules, then ask the athletics staff about tryouts, eligibility, travel, and the time commitment. They should not assume that participation comes with an athletic scholarship.

What student groups and Associations are available at Mid-Atlantic Christian University?

At a small university, student organizations can be a direct way to meet classmates and take part in campus activities. Prospective MACU students should use the current student-life directory to identify recognized groups, their meeting schedules, and how new members join.

It is worth distinguishing a student-led organization from an activity organized by a residence hall, athletics program, or campus office. Those opportunities can all be valuable, but they offer different levels of student leadership and may meet at different times - an important detail for commuters.

Who studies at Mid-Atlantic Christian University?

Mid-Atlantic Christian University reported 140 enrolled students in the supplied enrollment period, making it a small institution. The incoming group included 32 first-time, degree-seeking students and 18 transfer-in students.

The geographic breakdown indicates that students come from both North Carolina and other states: approximately 53% were state residents and 47% came from elsewhere in the United States. In a small entering class, the composition of a single year can shift substantially, so one cohort should not be taken as a permanent portrait of the campus.

The reported student-to-faculty ratio is 9 to 1. Students evaluating what that means in practice should also consider the size and frequency of classes in their intended major, particularly upper-level courses that may have fewer sections.

How does student life look like at Mid-Atlantic Christian University?

Everyday life at Mid-Atlantic Christian University reflects a small campus with both residential and commuting students. The reported split is 64% living on campus and 36% commuting, so participation in activities may depend on when they are scheduled as well as what interests a student.

The university reports personal or psychological counseling for students. Applicants who expect to use that support should check how appointments are arranged and what services are available on campus or by referral. Likewise, students comparing campus environments should review the current calendar and student handbook rather than assume the social schedule or community expectations resemble those at a larger university.

What libraries are available to students at Mid-Atlantic Christian University?

Watson-Griffith Library is Mid-Atlantic Christian University's main campus library. Students can use it for coursework and study, and the library reports reservable study rooms.

Students who rely on evening study space should check current opening hours: the library is not reported to maintain a 24-hour study area. For a research-heavy course or an online class, it is also useful to confirm how to access databases remotely, obtain research help, and request material the library does not hold locally.

Mid-Atlantic Christian University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

140

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

32

Member of Athletic Associations

USCAA

Total staff

14 full time, 18 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Mid-Atlantic Christian University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 140

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 107
Part-time: 33

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 7
Men: 25

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 3
Black or African American: 37
White: 65
American Indian or Alaska Native: 4
Two or more races: 15

Mid-Atlantic Christian University Sports & Athletics

  • Member of USCAA

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

Baseball

Men–Men

Basketball

BothBoth–

Cross-country running

Both––

Golf

Men––

Soccer

Men––

Softball

–Both–

Table tennis

–Both–

Tennis

–Both–

Volleyball

WomenBoth–

Data last updated on November 5, 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.

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