University of North Carolina at Pembroke
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. earnings-to-debt ratio is tight. 50% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
University of North Carolina at Pembroke is a public institution located in Pembroke, North Carolina with approximately 5,330 undergraduate students enrolled. University of North Carolina at Pembroke has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 93%. The average net price after financial aid is $10,260 per year. The graduation rate is 44%, and the typical graduate earns $36,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is a public university in Pembroke, North Carolina, United States. UNC Pembroke is a master's level degree-granting university and part of the University of North Carolina system. Its history is intertwined with that of the Lumbee nation.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $9,918/year net price and $15,500 median debt, this is one of the most affordable paths to a four-year degree in the region, making it a genuinely strong option for cost-conscious students. However, the 45% graduation rate is a real concern — fewer than half of students who start here finish, which is worth taking seriously when you're weighing your investment of time and money. If you enroll with a clear plan, stay connected to support resources, and go in with eyes open, the low cost can pay off, but the outcome data suggests many students struggle to cross the finish line.
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: 4% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.
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 (5,330 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
One University Drive
Pembroke, NC 28372-1510
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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