Chowan University

Chowan University is a comprehensive, coeducational, residential University with both undergraduate and graduate programs. The University offers a variety of academic programs with a liberal arts basis in career-oriented fields such as business, teacher education, criminal justice, etc. In all, the University offers degrees in 20 programs. Students participate in, and are exposed to, various cultural arts programs and events. They are also encouraged to be involved in community and volunteer programs. The University offers various styles of student housing for residential students. Residential students receive training and programming from the residence life staff. Athletic and intramural participation is another important component in the learning and education experience. The University served approximately 822 students in its traditional undergraduate program during the academic year. Of these, approximately 748 were residential students. In addition to the traditional undergraduate students, the University served approximately 6 undergraduate adult degree program students and 118 graduate program students. The University had approximately 196 students complete their program studies during the year.