University of North Carolina Asheville
UNC Asheville
Asheville, North Carolina 28804-8510
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Excellent value
University of North Carolina Asheville is a public institution in Asheville with particular strength in psychology and business. With an average SAT of 1247, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.8K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
55% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,030 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,865.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1247
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
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
61.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$14,138
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
21
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
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 (33)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
73%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
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
- •History UNC Asheville was founded in 1927 as Buncombe County Junior College, part of the Buncombe County public school system.
- •It was the first tuition-free public college in North Carolina.
- •In 2001, the original Biltmore School building was recognized by the Save America's Treasures program.
- •In 1930 the school merged with the College of the City of Asheville (founded in 1928) to form Biltmore Junior College.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NC state average + city premium
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