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University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Charlotte, NC·Public·23,567 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 23,567 students.

80%
Accept
23,567
Students
$14,745
Net Price
68%
Grad Rate
$50,300
Earnings
10 yr
$16,500
Debt

About This School

University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a public institution located in Charlotte, North Carolina with approximately 23,567 undergraduate students enrolled. University of North Carolina at Charlotte has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 80%. The average net price after financial aid is $14,745 per year. The graduation rate is 68%, and the typical graduate earns $50,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a public research university in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. UNC Charlotte offers 24 doctoral, 66 master's, and 79 bachelor's degree programs through nine colleges. It is classified among "R1: Very High Research Spending and Doctorate Production."

This is a strong option for students seeking a research-active public university at a genuinely affordable price — $14,745/year average net cost and a modest $16,500 median debt at graduation make the financial math work well relative to the $50,300 median earnings graduates see a decade out. The 80% acceptance rate means it's accessible, and the Charlotte location opens real doors for internships and networking in a fast-growing metro. The one honest concern: a 68% graduation rate means roughly 1 in 3 students don't finish, so it's worth asking yourself — and the school — what support systems are in place to make sure you're not in that group.

Founded
1946
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing19%
Computer Science13%
Biological Sciences9%
Engineering9%
Health Professions9%
Psychology6%
Social Sciences5%
Communications4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Matt HardyClay AikenCedric MaxwellRichard HudsonJon BuschPeter Joseph JugisMalek JandaliPierriá HenryEddie BasdenRodney WhiteNicole Atkins

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1202
Reading 75th %ile650
Math 75th %ile670

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$7,214
Out-of-State Tuition
$21,876
Avg Net Price
$14,745
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants34%
Median debt at graduation$16,500

Full Cost

Cost of attendance$22,034

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
68%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
85%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$50,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$16,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$16,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$38,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$50,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.0x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White49%
Black17%
Hispanic/Latino15%
Asian10%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (23,567 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

9201 University City Blvd

Charlotte, NC 28223-0001

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Official Links

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Official School Resources
Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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