University of North Carolina at Greensboro
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. no major red flags in the data. 50% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
University of North Carolina at Greensboro is a public institution located in Greensboro, North Carolina with approximately 14,062 undergraduate students enrolled. University of North Carolina at Greensboro has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 89%. The average net price after financial aid is $10,965 per year. The graduation rate is 56%, 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.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 6% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (14,062 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
1400 Spring Garden St
Greensboro, NC 27402-6170
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- 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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