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University of North Carolina Wilmington

Wilmington, NC • public • I | Coastal Athletic Association
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Acceptance
74.0%
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Grad Rate
71%
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Cost
$19,571 / $36,446

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 16,274 • Total: 20,709
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
601 South College Road
Wilmington, NC
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Website
www.uncw.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 5,833 (35.8%) • Female: 10,441 (64.2%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 321 2.0%
Black/African American 759 4.7%
Hispanic/Latino 1,437 8.8%
White 12,610 77.5%
Two or More Races 544 3.3%
International 333 2.0%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
74.0%
12,856 admitted from 17,370 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 620-690
Math: 600-670
Total: 1220-1360
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
24-28
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$80
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/01/2025
RD: 02/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
70.7%
4-Year Graduation Rate
55.8%
Freshman Retention Rate
85.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
21.4:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$19,571
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$36,446
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $4,443
Out-of-state: $21,318
Room & Board
$14,268
Books & Supplies
$860
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $10,778
$30,001-48,000 $12,572
$48,001-75,000 $17,378
$75,001-110,000 $24,046
$110,001+ $25,573
Students Receiving Pell Grants
49%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Coastal Athletic Association
Men's Sports (7)
Baseball Basketball Golf Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Beach Volleyball Golf Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about University of North Carolina Wilmington

What is University of North Carolina Wilmington's acceptance rate?
University of North Carolina Wilmington accepts 74% of applicants, from 17,370 applications.
How much does University of North Carolina Wilmington cost?
Tuition and fees are $4,443 in-state and $21,318 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $10,778 on average after aid.
Does University of North Carolina Wilmington require SAT or ACT scores?
University of North Carolina Wilmington requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for University of North Carolina Wilmington?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 24 and 28 on the ACT.
What is University of North Carolina Wilmington's graduation rate?
71% of students graduate within six years.