Liberal Arts Degree

The liberal arts program at University of North Carolina at Asheville prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.

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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.

Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. NCAT has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Greensboro-High Point, NC
  • Total Employment: 200
  • Average Annual Salary: $62520

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).