Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
18.74%
SAT Average
1,454
ACT Range
30-34
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 18.74%. This means approximately 187 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 20,556 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
18.74%
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 | $8,989 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $39,330 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,181 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $12,983 | State avg: $14,661. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 20.26% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 18.30% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$39,330
Room and board
$13,016
Books and supplies
$1,290
Other expenses
$2,814
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$25,181
Average net price
$12,983
Average aid coverage
48%
$12,198 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill pays approximately $12,983 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 at Chapel Hill?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to North Carolina and national averages.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill net price
$12,983
North Carolina average
$14,661
National average
$17,506
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $39,330 and average net price at $12,983. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$39,330
Current net price
$12,983
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)
92.07%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$72,200
Undergraduates
20,556
10-Year Median Earnings - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill graduates earn about 1.7x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
Undergraduates
20,556
Completion rate
92.07%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
20.26%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
18.30%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 20.26% of University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 18.30% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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 at Chapel Hill's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 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 at Chapel Hill is listed at 103 South Bldg Cb 9100, Chapel Hill, NC 27599. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 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 at Chapel Hill | 18.74% | $39,330 | $12,983 | $72,200 |
| 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 Chapel Hill
This local cluster focuses on nearby Chapel Hill schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Chapel Hill.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's acceptance rate?
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 18.74%.
How much is University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill tuition?
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $39,330.
What is University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's average net price?
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's average net price in the local dataset is $12,983.
What is University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $72,200 for University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Is University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill accredited?
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
The local dataset lists 20,556 undergraduate students at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
What percentage of University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the local dataset is 20.26%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
The federal loan rate for University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the local dataset is 18.30%.
Where should I verify University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill or the latest official federal education data.