# University of North Carolina School of the Arts

Winston Salem, NC. Source page: https://www.dreamschool.co/colleges/university-of-north-carolina-school-of-the-arts

University of North Carolina School of the Arts is a public college in Winston Salem, NC with 945 undergraduates. It admits 30% of applicants, and admitted students average 1260 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $14,859 per year ($5,960 for families earning under $30,000). 80% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $46,097 ten years after enrolling.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 30% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test optional (considered if submitted) (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 1,423 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 471 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | 600–720 (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | 540–650 (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 22–29 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $27,371 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $14,859 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $5,960 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $6,067 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $11,630 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $19,661 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $23,357 (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 945 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 80% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $46,097 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $26,450 (FY2024) |

## What University of North Carolina School of the Arts considers in admissions (Fall 2023)

- High school record: Required
- High school GPA: Required
- College-prep coursework: Considered
- Class rank: Considered
- Essay or personal statement: Required
- Recommendations: Required
- Demonstrated competencies: Required
- Legacy status: Not considered
- Work experience: Considered
- English proficiency test: Required

## FAQ

**What is University of North Carolina School of the Arts's acceptance rate?**

University of North Carolina School of the Arts admits 30% of applicants, which makes it selective.

**What SAT score do you need for University of North Carolina School of the Arts?**

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 600–720 on SAT Reading and Writing and 540–650 on SAT Math; the average total is 1260.

**What ACT score do you need for University of North Carolina School of the Arts?**

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 22–29.

**Is University of North Carolina School of the Arts test optional?**

Test optional (considered if submitted).

**How many students apply to University of North Carolina School of the Arts?**

In Fall 2023, 1,423 students applied to University of North Carolina School of the Arts and 471 were admitted; 221 enrolled.

**Does University of North Carolina School of the Arts consider legacy status?**

No. University of North Carolina School of the Arts reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

**Does University of North Carolina School of the Arts require an essay?**

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

**How much does University of North Carolina School of the Arts cost?**

The sticker cost of attendance is $27,371 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,859.

**What is University of North Carolina School of the Arts's graduation rate?**

80% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.


## Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Most Recent Institution-Level Data), released 2026-10-15: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/data/
- IPEDS Admissions survey (ADM2023): https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/datacenter/DataFiles.aspx
- IPEDS unit ID 199184. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology