Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002907
- Phone: (336) 334-7500
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
84.00%FINANCIAL AID RATE
76%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,384Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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University of North Carolina at Asheville (NCAT)
1601 E Market St, Greensboro, NC
UNCA is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Asheville, North Carolina, which is a predominantly urban area. UNCA has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 4,000.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs UNCA offers:
- Psychology
- English Language And Literature
- Natural Resources And Conservation
- Business And Marketing Studies
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most students admitted to UNCA have an SAT score in a range of 1570 - 1890, or an ACT composite score between 22 - 27. Approximately 80% of all students that applied were admitted at University of North Carolina at Asheville, with 32% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay around $5,900 and nonresidents pay $21,000 for the year. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $4,600 each year. Students enrolled at UNCA may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.
Athletic programs are available at UNCA through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs offered may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Tennis (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students should visit the UNCA website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, admissions information, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the candidates University of North Carolina at Asheville accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at University of North Carolina at Asheville is around 3,800 students, with undergraduate students making up about 99% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $11,800. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $75 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State Tuition: $4,100-$4,900
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $21,000-$25,760
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $170-$210 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $900-$1,100 per credit unit
- Some programs may have tuition rates that will remain the same as the first year for up to five years.
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 76% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 62% | $8,238 |
Receiving Student Loans | 50% | $6,070 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, University of North Carolina at Asheville may provide student services like:- Online course work available
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 1990)
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of North Carolina at Asheville is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Big South Conference)
- Basketball (Big South Conference)
- Track and Field (Big South Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of North Carolina at Asheville by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Engineering
- Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Women's Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B, M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
- Religious Studies (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
- Physics (B)
- Meteorology (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Economics (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Anthropology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Digital Arts (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Art History (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of North Carolina at Asheville.
- University of South Carolina - Upstate in Orangeburg, SC (54 miles away)
- University of South Carolina - Union in Sumter, SC (82 miles away)
- The University of Virginia's College at Wise in Richmond, VA (93 miles away)
- Winthrop University in Kingstree, SC (99 miles away)
- Lander University in Columbia, SC (100 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Browse through our complete list of colleges in North Carolina
- Compare other North Carolina state universities
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002907
- Phone: (336) 334-7500
- School Homepage