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University of North Carolina School of the Arts

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Winston Salem, North Carolina 27127-2738

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Close-knit campus — excellent value

University of North Carolina School of the Arts is a public urban institution in Winston Salem, North Carolina. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1250.

A small campus of 902 undergraduates with a 6:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

79% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $38,357 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,372.

Established
1963
Mascot
The Fighting Pickle
Type
Public art school

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33%Acceptance
1250SAT Avg
902Students
6:1Student:Faculty
79%Grad Rate
$38,357Earnings 10yr
$12,372Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of North Carolina School of the Arts Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate33.1%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1250

Reading & WritingMid: 643
600710
MathMid: 628
550640

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 25
2427

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

33.1%

Trend

SAT Avg

1250

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$9,477
Tuition (out-of-state)$27,211
Room & Board$13,410
Books & Supplies$1,440
Total Cost of Attendance$25,553
Average Net Price$12,372
Median Debt at Graduation$23,870
Monthly Payment (10yr)$253

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$4,932
$30–48K$6,698
$48–75K$10,547
$75–110K$21,768
$110K+$24,061

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$12,372

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

5300.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$19,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

7

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Programs (10)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
902
Gender Split
62% / 38%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
25%

Race & Ethnicity

White 60%
Black 11%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 3%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate79.2%
Freshman Retention88.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$24,537
8 Years$36,465
10 Years$38,357

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$40,000
Men
$51,100

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
Forbes
#52

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

106Above Average

Estimated from NC state average + large city premium

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 5"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Charlottepop. 880K
68 mi(118 min)
Raleighpop. 470K
92 mi(159 min)
Washingtonpop. 690K
263 mi(456 min)

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