Norfolk State University Rankings 2024-25

Norfolk State University is a respected institution that has been recognized for its academic excellence and commitment to student success. Here are some of the recent rankings and recognitions NSU has received:

• U.S. News & World Report's 2021 Best Historically Black Colleges and Universities: NSU was ranked 17th among HBCUs in the nation.
• U.S. News & World Report's 2021 Best Colleges: NSU was ranked as a Tier 2 Regional University in the South.
• College Consensus 2021 Best Regional Universities in the South: NSU was ranked 56th out of 93 universities.

• Diverse: Issues in Higher Education 2020 Top 100 Degree Producers: NSU was ranked 17th among institutions that confer bachelor's degrees to African American students in all disciplines combined.

• Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges 2021: NSU was ranked 57th among four-year colleges and universities for its commitment to serving military-connected students.

• Washington Monthly's 2020 Best Bang for the Buck Rankings: NSU was ranked 44th among Southern colleges that provide students with the best value for their money.