Join the tradition

Like many HBCU institutions, FSU is alive with rich traditions that add energy and excitement to student life.

About Us - Bronco Pride

We come from a proud and distinguished history. FSU is the second oldest state assisted institution in North Carolina, founded by seven extraordinary black men in 1867 to provide education for black children.

Why choose FSU?

Today, our university is a constituent institution of the prestigious University of North Carolina system. We are a comprehensive regional institution with a diverse population of over 6,500 students and over 800 faculty and staff that offers over 60 degrees at the baccalaureate and master's levels, and the doctorate in educational leadership. Noted for excellence in teacher education, FSU has accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) since 1954.

Local Impact

FSU is a major economic driver to the regions' growth as one of the top three employers in the area (along with Ft. Bragg and the Cape Fear Valley Healthcare System).

Community Outreach

Our students and faculty frequently work, study and partner with the military, local businesses, non-profits, and institutions contributing more than 6,000 hours per semester through our service learning initiatives. Since 2009, we have given over 100,000 hours of service to the community.

Cultural Resource

FSU is also a major resource for cultural enrichment through our distinguished speaker program, our comprehensive performing and fine arts series as well as the new Seabrook Series. FSU hosts concerts, dance, music, art shows, and more.

We are committed to community outreach and partnership with public schools and indeed proud to be providers of economic opportunity and cultural enlightenment for those around us and throughout southeastern North Carolina.

Do or die. Music or nothing. When you get involved you're able to grow and you meet a lot of people in music.

Aleigha Lambert, Music Education Major

Senior Aleigha Lambert, came to Fayetteville State to study music. Her professors have influenced and encouraged her during her four years. She encourages any prospective student to come to FSU and get involved.

Recent News

News

2022-23: A Record-Setting Season of Success for Fayetteville State Athletics

06.02.2023

University of North Carolina Board of Governors Appoints Four to Fayetteville State University Board of Trustees

05.25.2023

Fayetteville State University Awarded NASA Grant to Support Geospatial STEM Summer Camps

05.19.2023

Fayetteville State University Announces Winners of e-Lab Innovation and Project Showcase

05.19.2023

Fayetteville State University Appoints Omar O. Bell as Vice Chancellor for University Advancement

05.17.2023

Fayetteville State University’s Todd Bennett Named CIAA Athletics Director of the Year

05.16.2023

Fayetteville State Golf Advances to NCAA Nationals with Regional Second Place Finish

05.15.2023

Fayetteville State University Chancellor Darrell T. Allison Named to Business NC Power List 2023

05.15.2023

Fayetteville State University Confers 1,061 Undergraduate Degrees in Historic 2023 Commencement Ceremony

05.13.2023

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III visits Fayetteville State University Air Force, Army ROTC Cadets ahead of FSU 156th Commencement

05.12.2023