Western Carolina University

Western Carolina University is a Public, 4 or more years school located in Cullowhee, NC. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) school by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice. The school has a total enrollment of 10,805 and student to faculty ratio is 5.88% (17 to 1).

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Directory Information of Western Carolina University

Address	Highway 107, Cullowhee, NC 28723-9646
Phone	828-227-7100
WEB	www.wcu.edu
Admission	www.wcu.edu/apply/index.aspx
Financial Aid	www.wcu.edu/apply/index.aspx
Net Price Calculator	www.collegeportraits.org/aag/NC/WCU/templates
Veterans Tuition	www.wcu.edu/learn/academic-services/military-student-services/index.aspx
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School Type	Public, 4 or more years
Carnegie Category	Master's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree Offered	Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice

2018 Tuition & Fees and 2019 Estimation

For undergraduate school, its 2018 tuition and fees are $6,897 for in-state students and $17,290 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2018 tuition and fees are $7,361 for in-state students and $17,768 for out-of-state students. Total 10,805 students are attending at the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).

	In-State	Out-of-State
Undergraduate	$6,897	$17,290
Graduate	$7,361	$17,768

Western Carolina University 2017-2018 Tuition Costs Chart

source: IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education

	In-State	Out-of-State
Undergraduate	$7,061	$17,451
Graduate	$7,534	$17,939

Western Carolina University 2018-2019 Estimated Tuition Costs Chart

The estimation for 2018-2019 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

2017 Key Stats of Western Carolina University

The Acceptance ratio at Western Carolina University is 41% and Graduation rate is 57%. Key academic stats at Western Carolina University are listed in next table.

2017 Key Academics Stats at Western Carolina University
Acceptance Rate	41%
Graduation Rate	57%
Transfer-out Rate	25%
Retention Rate	80%(full-time), 73% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio	5.88% (17 to 1)
Student Population	10,805

Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services

Western Carolina University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. Next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.

Special Learning Opportunities at Western Carolina University
Online Class	Undergraduate, Graduate
ROTC	No
Weekend/Evening College	No
Teacher Certification	Yes
Study Abroad	Yes

Western Carolina University provides a number of student services including academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.

On-Campus Student Services at Western Carolina University
Remedial services	No
Academic/career counseling service	Yes
Employment services for students	Yes
Placement services for completers	Yes
On-campus day care for students' children	Yes
Library facilities at institution	Various Library Facilities Provided

Special Characteristics of Western Carolina University

Next table illustrates special other characteristics of Western Carolina University.

Special Characteristics at Western Carolina University
Religious Affiliation	Not applicable
Historical Black School	No
Tribal School	No
Has Hospital	No
Offer Medical Degree	No
Board/Meal Plan	Yes
Dormitory Capacity	4,452