Chowan University

Chowan University
Former name
Chowan Baptist Female Institute (1848–1850)
Chowan Female Collegiate Institute (1850–1867)
Chowan Baptist Female Institute (1867–1910)
Chowan College (1910–2006)
MottoLux et Veritas
Motto in English
Light and Truth
TypePrivate university
Established1848 (1848)
Religious affiliation
Baptist State Convention of North Carolina (former)
PresidentRosemary M. Thomas
ProvostJohn J. Dilustro
Students886 (fall 2022)
Undergraduates800
Postgraduates86
Location,
U.S.
CampusRural
Colors   
Blue and white
NicknameHawks
Sporting affiliations
NCAA Division IICarolinas; NCCAA
MascotMurf the Hawk
Websitechowan.edu

Chowan University (/ˈwɒn/) is a private Christian university in Murfreesboro, North Carolina. The university offers associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees in 70 academic disciplines and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.