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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill campus
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Admission rate
15%
Very selective
Average net price
$11,305
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
91%
Median earnings
$81,094
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a public college in Chapel Hill, NC with 20,752 undergraduates. It admits 15% of applicants, and admitted students average 1439 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $11,305 per year ($2,212 for families earning under $30,000). 91% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $81,094 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
15%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
57,902
Fall 2023
Admitted
10,850
Fall 2023
Yield
43%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing690–750
200800
SAT Math700–780
200800
ACT Composite28–34
136

What University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPAConsidered
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$26,949
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$9,095
Out-of-state tuition
$45,228

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$2,212
  • $30–48k$2,989
  • $48–75k$6,761
  • $75–110k$12,883
  • $110k+$24,276

Get a personal estimate with University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
91%
Freshman retention
97%
Median earnings
$81,094
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$12,086
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
20,752
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
Receive Pell grants
21%
  • White53%
  • Hispanic10%
  • Black7%
  • Asian16%

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill FAQ

What is University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's acceptance rate?+

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill admits 15% of applicants, which makes it very selective.

What SAT score do you need for University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 690–750 on SAT Reading and Writing and 700–780 on SAT Math; the average total is 1439.

What ACT score do you need for University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 28–34.

Is University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?+

In Fall 2023, 57,902 students applied to University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and 10,850 were admitted; 4,699 enrolled.

Does University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consider legacy status?+

Yes. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill require an essay?+

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $26,949 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,305.

What is University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's graduation rate?+

91% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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