University of North Carolina Asheville
Liberal arts college · Asheville, NC · 2,910 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
92%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1170–1360
ACT (middle 50%)
23–29
Average net price
$14,999
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$25,943
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
52%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University of North Carolina Asheville?
University of North Carolina Asheville accepts about 92 of every 100 applicants (92%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1170 and 1360 on the SAT. A score at or above 1360 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1170, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 23–29.
The latest federal data says University of North Carolina Asheville is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of North Carolina Asheville's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of North Carolina Asheville cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $25,943 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $14,999 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $24,849 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$7,501
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$24,849
- Room & board$14,246
- Total cost of attendance$25,943
- Average net price after grants$14,999
Popular majors
Visual & Performing Arts, Psychology, Social Sciences, Business, Environmental Science.
University of North Carolina Asheville FAQ
- What is University of North Carolina Asheville's acceptance rate?
- 92% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for University of North Carolina Asheville?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1170–1360. Aim for 1360 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of North Carolina Asheville?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 23–29.
- Is University of North Carolina Asheville test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of North Carolina Asheville is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of North Carolina Asheville's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of North Carolina Asheville cost?
- About $25,943 a year before aid; $14,999 on average after grants.
- What is University of North Carolina Asheville's FAFSA school code?
- 002907. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of North Carolina Asheville receives your information.
- What is University of North Carolina Asheville's graduation rate?
- 52% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to University of North Carolina Asheville
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wingate UniversityWingate, NC | 91% | 1010–1210 | $21,511 | 43% |
| University of North Carolina at PembrokePembroke, NC | 93% | 970–1200 | $10,522 | 44% |
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| Barton CollegeWilson, NC | 94% | — | $24,367 | 47% |
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| East Carolina UniversityGreenville, NC | 89% | 1070–1240 | $16,880 | 63% |