UNCSA Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 29.97%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1270. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $9,477
- Out-of-State Tuition: $27,211
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UNCSA:
- Total Enrollment: 1,111, including 3 online students
- 946 Undergraduate, 165 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 41.4% men, 58.6% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 78%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 16%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 93%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 13 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 3 graduate-level programs offered.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's.
UNCSA Overview
University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) is a four-year, public school located in Winston Salem, NC. It is classified as School of art, music, and design by Carnegie Classification
The UNCSA's tuition & fees is $9,477 for North Carolina residents and $27,211 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 67% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,314.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,111 and the students to faculty ratio is 6 to 1 (16.67%).
UNCSA's acceptance rate is 29.97% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 55.45%. The median SAT score is 1270 and the ACT score is 26.
University of North Carolina School of the Arts is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of North Carolina School of the Arts is $9,477 for in-state students and $27,211 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $12,676 for in-state students and $27,379 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,477 for North Carolina residents and $27,211 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,676 for North Carolina residents and $27,379 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,477 | $27,211 |
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| Graduate | $12,676 | $27,379 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,477 | $27,211 |
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| Graduate | $12,676 | $27,379 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of North Carolina School of the Arts offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at UNCSA
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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