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University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Greensboro, NC·Public·13,848 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 13,848 students.

90%
Accept
13,848
Students
$10,170
Net Price
58%
Grad Rate
$40,900
Earnings
10 yr
$16,750
Debt

About This School

University of North Carolina at Greensboro is a public institution located in Greensboro, North Carolina with approximately 13,848 undergraduate students enrolled. University of North Carolina at Greensboro has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 90%. The average net price after financial aid is $10,170 per year. The graduation rate is 58%, and the typical graduate earns $40,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is a public research university in Greensboro, North Carolina. It is part of the University of North Carolina system. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master's, specialist, and doctoral degrees.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $10,170/year after aid and $16,750 in median debt at graduation, UNCG is genuinely affordable, making it a reasonable option for cost-conscious students in North Carolina. However, the 58% graduation rate is a real concern — nearly 4 in 10 students don't finish — and median earnings of $40,900 a decade out suggest limited career lift for many graduates. Worth considering if you have a specific program in mind (nursing, music, education) and a clear plan to stay on track, but students who need strong academic momentum or career placement support may want to look harder at alternatives.

Founded
1891
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing18%
Health Professions10%
Visual & Performing Arts8%
Psychology7%
Biological Sciences6%
Computer Science6%
Social Sciences6%
Education5%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

DaBabyKelly LinkVirginia FoxxKyle HinesChris ChalkRicky HickmanMark RobinsonJill JohnstonTyler BarnhardtRyan Wesley Routh

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1187
Reading 75th %ile660
Math 75th %ile620

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$7,593
Out-of-State Tuition
$23,339
Avg Net Price
$10,170
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants47%
Median debt at graduation$16,750

Full Cost

Cost of attendance$19,628

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
58%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
76%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$16,750
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$16,750
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$33,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.4x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

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

Student Body

White39%
Black31%
Hispanic/Latino17%
Asian6%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (13,848 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

1400 Spring Garden St

Greensboro, NC 27402-6170

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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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