University of North Carolina Wilmington
Acceptance
64%
Avg SAT
1287
In-State
$7,277
Grad Rate (4yr)
56%
Retention
88%
Earnings
$54,967
AI Overview
Nestled between historic Wilmington and the Atlantic coast, UNC Wilmington leverages its unique location to offer standout programs in marine biology, coastal conservation, and environmental science—with research opportunities just minutes from campus. The laid-back, beach-town atmosphere attracts students who want serious academics without stuffiness. Self-motivated learners who crave hands-on fieldwork and outdoor adventure thrive here. The oceanfront setting isn't just scenic—it's your living laboratory.
AI-generated interpretation, separate from the federal statistics on this page · refreshed Mar 2026
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
In-State Tuition
$7,277
Out-of-State Tuition
$24,152
Room & Board
$14,268
Average Net Price
$20,109
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants & scholarships
Receive Pell Grants
24%
Take Federal Loans
36%
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,500
6-Year Graduation Rate
1st Year Retention Rate
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
$54,967Median Debt
At graduation for completers
$19,500Top Programs by Earnings
Bachelor's degree graduatesComputer Science
96 graduates
$88,219
4 yrs after graduation
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
45 graduates
$86,654
4 yrs after graduation
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
789 graduates
$86,606
4 yrs after graduation
Business Administration, Management and Operations
729 graduates
$75,512
4 yrs after graduation
Computer and Information Sciences, General
31 graduates
$71,964
4 yrs after graduation
Mathematics
11 graduates
$66,941
4 yrs after graduation
Chemistry
26 graduates
$65,982
4 yrs after graduation
Biology, General
184 graduates
$60,750
4 yrs after graduation
Public Health
119 graduates
$60,722
4 yrs after graduation
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences
24 graduates
$60,414
4 yrs after graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard
Available Programs
72+ programsAnd 60 more programs available
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