University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Public university · Charlotte, NC · 24,453 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
80%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1140–1330
ACT (middle 50%)
21–28
Average net price
$15,142
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$23,556
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
68%
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 at Charlotte?
University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts about 80 of every 100 applicants (80%), 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 1140 and 1330 on the SAT. A score at or above 1330 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1140, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 21–28.
The latest federal data says University of North Carolina at Charlotte 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 at Charlotte's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of North Carolina at Charlotte cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $23,556 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $15,142 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 $7,317 for NC residents and $23,523 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$7,317
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$23,523
- Room & board$15,010
- Total cost of attendance$23,556
- Average net price after grants$15,142
Popular majors
Business, Computer Science, Biology, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte FAQ
- What is University of North Carolina at Charlotte's acceptance rate?
- 80% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for University of North Carolina at Charlotte?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1140–1330. Aim for 1330 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of North Carolina at Charlotte?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 21–28.
- Is University of North Carolina at Charlotte test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of North Carolina at Charlotte 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 at Charlotte's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of North Carolina at Charlotte cost?
- About $23,556 a year before aid; $15,142 on average after grants.
- What is University of North Carolina at Charlotte's FAFSA school code?
- 002975. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of North Carolina at Charlotte receives your information.
- What is University of North Carolina at Charlotte's graduation rate?
- 68% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to University of North Carolina at Charlotte
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson & Wales University-CharlotteCharlotte, NC | 80% | 880–1130 | $26,258 | 39% |
| Guilford CollegeGreensboro, NC | 80% | 1120–1260 | $22,813 | 43% |
| Shaw UniversityRaleigh, NC | 80% | — | $24,242 | 20% |
| North Carolina Wesleyan UniversityRocky Mount, NC | 80% | — | $20,318 | 45% |
| Winston-Salem State UniversityWinston-Salem, NC | 78% | 830–1020 | $12,817 | 47% |
| Western Carolina UniversityCullowhee, NC | 82% | 1080–1270 | $13,025 | 61% |