University of North Carolina at Greensboro
UNCG
Greensboro, North Carolina 27402-6170
Campus Vibe
Known for business — excellent value
University of North Carolina at Greensboro is a public institution in Greensboro with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1187, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 13.8K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
58% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $48,160 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,170.
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University of North Carolina at Greensboro Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
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
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1187
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
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
55.4%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$16,750
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
106
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (190)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
76%
- •76% 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
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •The university was established as a woman's college in 1891 (as the Women's College at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro) by legislative enactment and opened in 1892.
- •McIver served as the institution's first Chief Executive Officer with the title of President.
- •This position was also known as Dean of Administration after 1934 and Chancellor since 1945.
- •The school provided business, domestic science, and teaching instruction, with a student body of 223 and a faculty of 15 in its first year.
Source: Wikipedia
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Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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