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- FAFSA School Code: 002984
- Phone: (252) 985-5100
- School Homepage
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
65.45%FINANCIAL AID RATE
76%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
62FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,407Average 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 – Wilmington
3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC
University of North Carolina - Wilmington is a public institution located in Wilmington, NC and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. UNCW has an annual student enrollment of nearly thirteen thousand.
Areas of study available at University of North Carolina - Wilmington include but are not limited to:
- Psychology
- Communications And Journalism
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1610 to 1840 on the SAT and between 22 to 26 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to UNCW. An estimated 60% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 36% of those accepted choosing to attend. Detailed admissions information can be found by calling the UNCW team or by requesting information here.
The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $6,200 and nonresidents pay $19,000 for the year. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,500 for the year. Students at University of North Carolina - Wilmington may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Athletic programs are available at UNCW through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs that are available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students who would like to learn more about University of North Carolina - Wilmington can check out their website at www.uncw.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants University of North Carolina – Wilmington accepts. The details may include 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 – Wilmington is around 17,000 students, where graduate students make up roughly 13% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $17,800. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $80 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: $4,400-$5,300
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $19,000-$22,210
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $260-$320 per unit
- Out-of-State: $780-$940 per unit
- Some programs may have tuition rates locked at the first year rate 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 | 57% | $6,079 |
Receiving Student Loans | 54% | $6,990 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, University of North Carolina – Wilmington may provide student services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of North Carolina – Wilmington 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 (Colonial Athletic Association)
- Basketball (Colonial Athletic Association)
- Track and Field (Colonial Athletic Association)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Beach 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 – Wilmington 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, M)
- Marine Biology (B, D, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Accounting (M)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Creative Writing (B, M)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Family Practice Nurse (C, M)
- Athletic Training (B)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
- Statistics (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Sociology (B, M)
- Economics (B)
- Geography (B, C)
Visual and Performing Arts
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 – Wilmington.
- Coastal Carolina University in Union, SC (67 miles away)
- University of North Carolina at Pembroke in Raleigh, NC (82 miles away)
- Fayetteville State University in Fayetteville, NC (82 miles away)
- East Carolina University in Durham, NC (100 miles away)
- Francis Marion University in Anderson, SC (102 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Compare all colleges & universities in North Carolina
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002984
- Phone: (252) 985-5100
- School Homepage