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2026-27 cycleRaleigh, NC
Shaw University
Founded in 1865, Shaw University is a private, non-profit Historically Black University located in Raleigh, North Carolina. As the first HBCU in the southern United States, it offers undergraduate programs focused on leadership, academic development, and community service.
Acceptance rate
61%
Undergrad enrollment
843
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$25
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early ActionEarly Action | December 1, 2026 |
| Financial AidPriority FAFSA Deadline | March 15, 2027 |
| ScholarshipPriority Scholarship Deadline | March 15, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionFall Term Priority Application Deadline | July 30, 2027 |
| TransferFall Term Priority Transfer Application Deadline | July 30, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
No supplemental essays required
Shaw University does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.
Data gathered August 2026.