UNCW Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 64.24%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1280. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $7,277
- Out-of-State Tuition: $24,152
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UNCW:
- Total Enrollment: 18,848, including 4,303 online students
- 15,254 Undergraduate, 3,594 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 35% men, 65% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 71%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 22%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 88%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 132 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 46 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 46 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UNCW Overview
University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is a four-year, public school located in Wilmington, NC. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The UNCW's tuition & fees is $7,277 for North Carolina residents and $24,152 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 50% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,448.
The school has a total enrollment of 18,848 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
UNCW's acceptance rate is 64.24% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 21.02%. The median SAT score is 1280 and the ACT score is 27.
UNCW ranked 18th in North Carolina Colleges rankings. University of North Carolina Wilmington 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 Wilmington is $7,277 for in-state students and $24,152 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $8,112 for in-state students and $24,198 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,237 for North Carolina residents and $25,378 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,380 for North Carolina residents and $25,426 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,277 | $24,152 |
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| Graduate | $8,112 | $24,198 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,237 | $25,378 |
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| Graduate | $8,380 | $25,426 |
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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 Wilmington offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at UNCW
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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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 | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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