My life and career wouldn’t be what they are today if not for my time at Shaw. The lessons I learned and the relationships I made still sustain me. I learned that I am a leader. Shaw gave me confidence and affirmed the person that I am.
—Tracy Wright ‘01, Program
Director for NC Coalition
Against Sexual Assault
Shaw University is the place to be.
Whether you are a mover, a shaker, a creator, or a historymaker, Shaw University is the place to be. Located in the heart of downtown Raleigh, Shaw is the perfect location for finding internships, networking with alumni, and building connections with business and community leaders.
Shaw University has produced outstanding professionals who have contributed to the advancement of society. Our graduates include doctors, professors, researchers, lawyers, presidents, social workers, business leaders, recording artists, pastors, and other notable persons.
Notable Alumni
Ella Baker ’27
Civil rights activist & co-founder of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC)
Willie E. Gary ’71
Multimillionaire attorney, motivational speaker, businessman
James “Bonecrusher” Smith ’75
First heavyweight boxing champion to earn a college degree
Shirley Caesar ’84
Grammy Award-winning Gospel singer
Shawn “CoCo” McMillan ’95
2010 Stellar Award winner
Shaw University is the place to be.
Whether you are a mover, a shaker, a creator, or a historymaker, Shaw University is the place to be. Located in the heart of downtown Raleigh, Shaw is the perfect location for finding internships, networking with alumni, and building connections with business and community leaders.
Shaw University has produced outstanding professionals who have contributed to the advancement of society. Our graduates include doctors, professors, researchers, lawyers, presidents, social workers, business leaders, recording artists, pastors, and other notable persons.
Are you ready to join our family? Click the button below to apply today!
My life and career wouldn’t be what they are today if not for my time at Shaw. The lessons I learned and the relationships I made still sustain me. I learned that I am a leader. Shaw gave me confidence and affirmed the person that I am.
—Tracy Wright ‘01, Program
Director for NC Coalition
Against Sexual Assault
Notable Alumni
Tap the names below to learn more!
Ella Baker ’27
Civil rights activist & co-founder of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC)
Willie E. Gary ’71
Multimillionaire attorney, motivational speaker, businessman
James “Bonecrusher” Smith ’75
First heavyweight boxing champion to earn a college degree
Shirley Caesar ’84
Grammy Award-winning Gospel singer
Shawn “CoCo” McMillan ’95
2010 Stellar Award winner
My life and career wouldn’t be what they are today if not for my time at Shaw. The lessons I learned and the relationships I made still sustain me. I learned that I am a leader. Shaw gave me confidence and affirmed the person that I am.
—Tracy Wright ‘01, Program Director for NC Coalition Against Sexual Assault
Shaw University is the place to be.
Whether you are a mover, a shaker, a creator, or a historymaker, Shaw University is the place to be. Located in the heart of downtown Raleigh, Shaw is the perfect location for finding internships, networking with alumni, and building connections with business and community leaders.
Shaw University has produced outstanding professionals who have contributed to the advancement of society. Our graduates include doctors, professors, researchers, lawyers, presidents, social workers, business leaders, recording artists, pastors, and other notable persons.
Are you ready to join our family?
Click the button below to apply today!
Notable Alumni
Tap the names below to learn more!
Ella Baker ’27
Civil rights activist & co-founder of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC)
Willie E. Gary ’71
Multimillionaire attorney, motivational speaker, businessman
James “Bonecrusher” Smith ’75
First heavyweight boxing champion to earn a college degree
Shirley Caesar ’84
Grammy Award-winning Gospel singer
Shawn “CoCo” McMillan ’95
2010 Stellar Award winner
1st
hbcu to open its
doors to women
1865
year founded
16:1
student-to-faculty ratio
1st
college in NC to offer a 4-year medical school
1st
hbcu to open its doors to women
1865
year founded
16:1
student-to-faculty ratio
1st
college in NC to offer a 4-year medical school
1st
hbcu to open its doors to women
1865
year founded
16:1
student-to-faculty ratio
1st
college in NC to offer a 4-year medical school
ACADEMICS
Shaw University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). With 24 academic programs and a 16:1 student to faculty ratio, students are sure to find a major that is a perfect fit and professors who know them by name. The learning experience at Shaw is based on relationships where you are heard, supported, and celebrated.
Are you ready to join our family? Find yourself transformed into a leader at Shaw.
Click the buttons below for more information or to apply today!
ACADEMICS
Shaw University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). With 24 academic programs and a 16:1 student to faculty ratio, students are sure to find a major that is a perfect fit and professors who know them by name. The learning experience at Shaw is based on relationships where you are heard, supported, and celebrated.
Are you ready to join our family? Find yourself transformed into a leader at Shaw. Click the buttons below for more information or to apply today!
ACADEMICS
Shaw University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). With 24 academic programs and a 16:1 student to faculty ratio, students are sure to find a major that is a perfect fit and professors who know them by name. The learning experience at Shaw is based on relationships where you are heard, supported, and celebrated.
Are you ready to join our family? Find yourself transformed into a leader at Shaw. Click the buttons below for more information or to apply today!
Over
30
student clubs
and organizations
MORE THAN
1,300
students
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Shaw University offers over 30 clubs and organizations for students to join on campus. You should use the wide variety of clubs to build new relationships on campus and even consider leading your own student organization. You may be wondering if it is as simple as it sounds…the answer is yes! We encourage you to participate in all that is offered as you grow as a leader.
Are you ready to join our family? Click the buttons below for more information or to apply today!
Over
30
student clubs
and organizations
MORE THAN
1,300
students
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Shaw University offers over 30 clubs and organizations for students to join on campus. You should use the wide variety of clubs to build new relationships on campus and even consider leading your own student organization. You may be wondering if it is as simple as it sounds…the answer is yes! We encourage you to participate in all that is offered as you grow as a leader.
Are you ready to join our family? Click the buttons below for more information or to apply today!
Over
30
student
clubs and
organizations
MORE THAN
1,300
students
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Shaw University offers over 30 clubs and organizations for students to join on campus. You should use the wide variety of clubs to build new relationships on campus and even consider leading your own student organization. You may be wondering if it is as simple as it sounds…the answer is yes! We encourage you to participate in all that is offered as you grow as a leader.
Are you ready to join our family?
Click the buttons below for more information or to apply today!