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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, North Carolina · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$57,057

Acceptance Rate

19%

Graduation Rate

92%

Annual Tuition

$8,989

At a Glance

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Total Students

20,556

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Retention Rate

97%

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Faculty Ratio

15

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Financial Aid

18%

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Median Debt

$14,000

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Campus Setting

City

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a public institution with an undergraduate student population of 20,556. The university has a highly selective admissions process, accepting only 18.7% of applicants. The university boasts a high graduation rate of 91.7% and a strong retention rate of 97.2%. The in-state tuition is $8,989.

Graduates of UNC-Chapel Hill experience strong financial outcomes. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $51,058, increasing to $57,057 after five years, and reaching $72,200 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $14,000. A total of 18.3% of students receive financial aid.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$51k

1 YEAR

$57k

5 YEARS

$72k

10 YEARS

Top 18% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill alumni earn a median salary of $51,058. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $57,057. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $72,200. The median debt for students is $14,000, and 18.3% of students receive financial aid.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has a high retention rate of 97.2% and a graduation rate of 91.7%. The university has an acceptance rate of 18.7% and a student population of 20,556. In-state tuition is $8,989.

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Campus Location

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Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Chapel Hill, NC 27599

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has an acceptance rate of 19%.