Norfolk State University
Norfolk, Virginia · Public · 5,392 undergraduates
All 4 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Virginia high-school graduate (about $36,613/yr). Another 48 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $12,804 |
| $30k to $48k | $13,905 |
| $48k to $75k | $15,507 |
| $75k to $110k | $17,972 |
| $110k and up | $26,175 |
| All families (average) | $15,282 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Work | Master's Degree | $64,246 | +$27,633 | clears the bar | $41,000 | 1.5 yrs |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Master's Degree | $92,908 | +$56,295 | clears the bar | $41,000 | 0.7 yrs |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's Degree | $59,973 | +$23,360 | clears the bar | $57,919 | 2.5 yrs |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $46,170 | +$9,557 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 65% of students receive Pell grants · 38% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.