Norfolk State University, a comprehensive urban public institution, is committed to transforming students’ lives through exemplary teaching, research and service.

Welcome to the state-of-the-art 134-acre campus of Norfolk State University where We See the Future in You! At Norfolk State University, life beyond the classroom is filled with opportunities to get involved, spread your wings, and become the leader you were meant to be.

Norfolk State University (NSU) is a public historically black university in Norfolk, Virginia. It is a member of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and Virginia High-Tech Partnership.

Norfolk State University will be recognized nationally as a premier public institution with outstanding signature academic programs, innovative research, and community engagement opportunities.

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Norfolk State University is an institution of higher education that is classified as a Historically Black College and University (HBCU). It is one of five HBCUs in Virginia (Hampton, Virginia State, Virginia Union and Virginia University).

The University will honor degree completion requirements specified for students in the University Catalog for the year of initial enrollment as long as such enrollment is continuous (summer semesters not included).

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Norfolk State University, a comprehensive urban public institution, is committed to transforming students’ lives through exemplary teaching, research and service.