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University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Charlotte, NC · Public · Large city · Website

University of North Carolina at Charlotte campus
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Admission rate
80%
Accessible
Average net price
$15,142
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
68%
Median earnings
$63,486
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a public college in Charlotte, NC with 24,453 undergraduates. It admits 80% of applicants, and admitted students average 1231 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $15,142 per year ($9,782 for families earning under $30,000). 68% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $63,486 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
80%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
22,699
Fall 2023
Admitted
18,208
Fall 2023
Yield
25%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing570–660
200800
SAT Math570–670
200800
ACT Composite21–28
136

What University of North Carolina at Charlotte looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$23,556
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$7,317
Out-of-state tuition
$23,523

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$9,782
  • $30–48k$10,240
  • $48–75k$12,136
  • $75–110k$17,947
  • $110k+$22,525

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
68%
Freshman retention
85%
Median earnings
$63,486
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
24,453
Student–faculty ratio
21:1
Receive Pell grants
39%
  • White46%
  • Hispanic16%
  • Black18%
  • Asian11%

University of North Carolina at Charlotte FAQ

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

University of North Carolina at Charlotte admits 80% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

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

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 570–660 on SAT Reading and Writing and 570–670 on SAT Math; the average total is 1231.

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

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 21–28.

Is University of North Carolina at Charlotte test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

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

In Fall 2023, 22,699 students applied to University of North Carolina at Charlotte and 18,208 were admitted; 4,501 enrolled.

Does University of North Carolina at Charlotte consider legacy status?+

No. University of North Carolina at Charlotte reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of North Carolina at Charlotte require an essay?+

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

How much does University of North Carolina at Charlotte cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $23,556 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,142.

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

68% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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