Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
93.89%
SAT Average
1,247
ACT Range
22-29
University of North Carolina Asheville Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 93.89%. This means approximately 939 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,790 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
93.89%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $7,461 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $24,809 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $21,061 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $12,865 | State avg: $14,661. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 31.33% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 39.02% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of North Carolina Asheville Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$24,809
Room and board
$11,018
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$2,600
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$21,061
Average net price
$12,865
Average aid coverage
39%
$8,196 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of North Carolina Asheville pays approximately $12,865 per year after grants and aid. This is below the North Carolina average of $14,661 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of North Carolina Asheville?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to North Carolina and national averages.
University of North Carolina Asheville net price
$12,865
North Carolina average
$14,661
National average
$17,506
University of North Carolina Asheville Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $24,809 and average net price at $12,865. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$24,809
Current net price
$12,865
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
54.95%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$44,030
Undergraduates
2,790
10-Year Median Earnings - University of North Carolina Asheville vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of North Carolina Asheville graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of North Carolina Asheville?
Undergraduates
2,790
Completion rate
54.95%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
31.33%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
39.02%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 31.33% of University of North Carolina Asheville students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 39.02% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of North Carolina Asheville
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of North Carolina Asheville's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of North Carolina Asheville lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of North Carolina Asheville is listed at One University Heights, Asheville, NC 28804-8510. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of North Carolina Asheville with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina Asheville | 93.89% | $24,809 | $12,865 | $44,030 |
| Duke University | 6.78% | $65,805 | $34,454 | $97,800 |
| Chamberlain University-North Carolina | 66.67% | $19,686 | $21,664 | $92,405 |
| Davidson College | 14.48% | $60,300 | $18,127 | $81,400 |
| Wake Forest University | 21.56% | $64,758 | $28,746 | $78,158 |
Similar Schools in Asheville
This local cluster focuses on nearby Asheville schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Asheville.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of North Carolina Asheville's acceptance rate?
University of North Carolina Asheville's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 93.89%.
How much is University of North Carolina Asheville tuition?
University of North Carolina Asheville's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $24,809.
What is University of North Carolina Asheville's average net price?
University of North Carolina Asheville's average net price in the local dataset is $12,865.
What is University of North Carolina Asheville's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $44,030 for University of North Carolina Asheville.
Is University of North Carolina Asheville accredited?
University of North Carolina Asheville's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of North Carolina Asheville?
The local dataset lists 2,790 undergraduate students at University of North Carolina Asheville.
What percentage of University of North Carolina Asheville students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of North Carolina Asheville in the local dataset is 31.33%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of North Carolina Asheville?
The federal loan rate for University of North Carolina Asheville in the local dataset is 39.02%.
Where should I verify University of North Carolina Asheville data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of North Carolina Asheville or the latest official federal education data.