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University of North Carolina Asheville

Also known as: UNC Asheville

📍 Asheville, North Carolina🏛️ Urban Setting👥 2,910 Undergrads🔗 new.unca.edu

Overview

University of North Carolina Asheville is an small public research university in Asheville, North Carolina. It enrolls about 2,910 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 92%. Graduates earn a median of $44,030 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

92%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

1,251

600–700

Net Price

$12,250

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

54%

Retention

72%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$44,030

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

91.9%

SAT Average

1,251

ACT Composite

23–29

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200600 – 700 (mid 50%)800

Math

200570 – 660 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

123 – 29 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$7,501

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$24,849

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$21,685

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$12,250

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$8,219
$30,001 – $48,000	$8,735
$48,001 – $75,000	$11,570
$75,001 – $110,000	$15,854
$110,001 +	$18,786

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

38.6%

Academics & Programs

University of North Carolina Asheville offers programs across 18 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Visual & Performing Arts

15.6%

Psychology

14.9%

Social Sciences

9.6%

Business, Management & Marketing

8.7%

Natural Resources & Conservation

7.7%

Biological & Biomedical Sciences

7.5%

Health Professions

6.0%

Physical Sciences

5.5%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

54%

On-Time (4yr)

43%

Retention (FT)

72%

% Earning >$25K

71%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$36,947

8 years

$41,255

10 years

$44,030

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

41.7%

White

55.8%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

72.7%

Black or African American

6.0%

Asian

2.0%

Hispanic / Latino

10.3%

Two or more races

4.2%

International

1.9%

Gender

Women

58.6%

Men

41.4%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of North Carolina Asheville hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 92%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1251.

How much does University of North Carolina Asheville cost?

In-state tuition is $7,501, and out-of-state is $24,849. Average net price after financial aid is $12,250.

What is University of North Carolina Asheville known for?

Most popular programs include Visual & Performing Arts, Psychology, Social Sciences.

What's the graduation rate at University of North Carolina Asheville?

The 6-year graduation rate is 54%, and 72% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.