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University of North Carolina Wilmington
UNCW
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403-5963
Visit websiteKnown for health sciences
University of North Carolina Wilmington is a public institution in Wilmington with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1262, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 14.2K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
71% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,967 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,472.
Established
1947
Motto
Discere Aude
Mascot
Sammy C. Hawk
Type
Public research university
Conference
Coastal Athletic Association
Division
Division I
Campus Visits
89 upcoming visits · Next: Wed, Feb 25 · Campus Visit
74%Acceptance
1262SAT Avg
14,176Students
17:1Student:Faculty
71%Grad Rate
$54,967Earnings 10yr
$19,472Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate74.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1262
Reading & WritingMid: 640
620690
MathMid: 630
600670
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 26
2428
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$7,317
Tuition (out-of-state)$22,985
Room & Board$12,605
Books & Supplies$1,130
Total Cost of Attendance$25,913
Average Net Price$19,472
Median Debt at Graduation$19,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$207
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$11,837
$30–48K$13,891
$48–75K$18,377
$75–110K$23,374
$110K+$25,018
Programs (120)
Student Body
Undergrads
14,176
Gender Split
64% / 36%
Women / Men
First Generation
26%
Pell Grant Recipients
24%
Race & Ethnicity
White 79%
Black 4%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate70.7%
Freshman Retention85.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$46,972
8 Years$51,021
10 Years$54,967
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$43,700
Men
$51,600
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia