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Carolina University

Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27101

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Carolina University is a private institution in Winston-Salem with particular strength in business and psychology.

A small campus of 424 undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

29% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $32,864 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,866.

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34%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
424Students
15:1Student:Faculty
29%Grad Rate
$32,864Earnings 10yr
$18,866Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Carolina University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate34.0%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

34.0%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$16,000
Room & Board$12,400
Books & Supplies$2,600
Total Cost of Attendance$29,965
Average Net Price$18,866
Median Debt at Graduation$20,287
Monthly Payment (10yr)$215

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$17,910
$30–48K$17,707
$48–75K$18,906
$75–110K$21,323
$110K+$21,403

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

49.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$11,005

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

3

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (53)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

56%

Negative
  • •56% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
424
Gender Split
42% / 58%
Women / Men
First Generation
33%
Pell Grant Recipients
46%

Race & Ethnicity

White 36%
Black 15%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 1%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 27%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate29.2%
Freshman Retention56.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$30,657
10 Years$32,864

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

CLT Charlotte72 mi
RDU Raleigh-Durham83 mi
RIC Richmond189 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA655 mi · ~18h 55m drive
New York, NY465 mi · ~13h 26m drive
Hartford, CT565 mi · ~16h 19m drive
Providence, RI618 mi · ~17h 51m drive
Albany, NY571 mi · ~16h 30m drive
Syracuse, NY528 mi · ~15h 15m drive
Rochester, NY508 mi · ~14h 41m drive
Buffalo, NY475 mi · ~13h 43m drive
Philadelphia, PA384 mi · ~11h 6m drive
Pittsburgh, PA301 mi · ~8h 42m drive
Harrisburg, PA342 mi · ~9h 53m drive
Newark, NJ460 mi · ~13h 17m drive
Washington, DC263 mi · ~7h 36m drive
Baltimore, MD297 mi · ~8h 35m drive
Atlanta, GA285 mi · ~8h 14m drive
Charlotte, NC68 mi · ~1h 58m drive
Raleigh, NC93 mi · ~2h 41m drive
Miami, FL713 mi · ~20h 36m drive
Orlando, FL526 mi · ~15h 12m drive
Tampa, FL577 mi · ~16h 40m drive
Nashville, TN364 mi · ~10h 31m drive
New Orleans, LA709 mi · ~20h 29m drive
Richmond, VA185 mi · ~5h 21m drive
Chicago, IL563 mi · ~16h 16m drive
Detroit, MI457 mi · ~13h 12m drive
Minneapolis, MN917 mi · ~26h 29m drive
St. Louis, MO574 mi · ~16h 35m drive
Kansas City, MO811 mi · ~23h 26m drive
Indianapolis, IN410 mi · ~11h 51m drive
Columbus, OH307 mi · ~8h 52m drive
Cleveland, OH382 mi · ~11h 2m drive
Milwaukee, WI629 mi · ~18h 10m drive
Dallas, TX969 mi · ~28h drive
Houston, TX978 mi · ~28h 15m drive
Austin, TX1087 mi · ~31h 24m drive
San Antonio, TX1153 mi · ~33h 19m drive
Los Angeles, CA2140 mi · ~61h 49m drive
San Francisco, CA2312 mi · ~66h 47m drive
San Diego, CA2105 mi · ~60h 49m drive
Seattle, WA2275 mi · ~65h 43m drive
Portland, OR2283 mi · ~65h 57m drive
Denver, CO1367 mi · ~39h 29m drive
Phoenix, AZ1807 mi · ~52h 12m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1733 mi · ~50h 4m drive
Honolulu, HI4694 mi · ~135h 36m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Charlotte (CLT)72 miles
Rental car
108 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
144 min$86-144
Raleigh-Durham (RDU)83 miles
Rental car
125 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
166 min$100-166

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