At Chowan, you will be encouraged, inspired, and empowered to do your best. To be your best. To take what you have been given, and make the most of what can be.
Every day at Chowan is a challenge and an opportunity to strive for more, because we believe there is no limit to how far you can climb, and no rule to measure how far you can go. And you can get there from here.
About Chowan
86% live on campus
40% female + 60% male
surrounded by wooded areas and several lakes
16 honor societies
16:1 student to faculty ratio
18 average class size
Competing in Conference Carolina + Cheerleading
+ eSports
receive financial aid
Average yearly award of $27,577
At Chowan, you’ll find that “Faith in Your Future” is more than a motto. It’s a value that underscores everything we do. Our Christian faith commitment is what grounds us and motivates us—so we can help students discover all that they’re meant to be.
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Chowan University’s 163rd Commencement Honored its Students
Chowan University held its 163rd Commencement on Saturday, May 7 at 10 am in the Hawks Athletic Center. At the ceremony, 197 students received their diplomas. The ceremony was led by the chief faculty marshal, Dr. Hunter Taylor, Dean of the School of Business and Design. Each school was led by its chosen gonfalonier and.
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Chowan University Singers Perform at Carnegie Hall
Months of rehearsal and anticipation finally paid off for members of the Chowan University Singers who traveled to New York City in March to perform at Carnegie Hall. Designed by architect William Burnet Tuthill and built by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie in 1891, Carnegie Hall is one of the most prestigious concert venues in the world..
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Chowan Esports Hosted Clemson Over The Weekend
MURFREESBORO, N.C. – The Chowan Esports Program took a step away from their normal competition schedule as the Hawks hosted the Clemson Esports Program over the weekend in some friendly competition. “We were excited to have a Division I program here on campus and to compete against them,” said Katie Harry. “Both programs had a great time.
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Chowan University Unveils its New Look with Website Launch
After a fifteen-month process of planning and work, the final major component of a brand refresh – a new website – launched on January 24, 2022. Last fall, Chowan began unveiling its new look beginning with Admissions pieces and marketing. The launch of the new website is the latest in the University’s efforts to enhance.
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Chowan University President Appointed to the SACSCOC Board of Trustees
Chowan University President, Kirk E. Peterson, was appointed to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) Board of Trustees, Class of 2024. Dr. Peterson’s three-year term began on January 1, 2022, and concludes on December 31, 2024. SACSCOC is the regional body for the accreditation of degree-granting higher education institutions in.
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Chowan Welcomes Three New Board of Visitors Members
Chowan President Kirk E. Peterson, Andy Wilson, Vice President for Advancement, and Chairman of the Board of Visitors Tommy Forbes welcomed three new members into the Chowan University Board of Visitors. Antenette Stokes, Philip Hein, and Dennis Helsel begin their appointments on January 1, 2022. Antenette D. Stokes, LPC, NCC, QMHP-C, is a Licensed Professional.
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