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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, North Carolina · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$57,057

Acceptance Rate

19%

Graduation Rate

92%

Annual Tuition

$8,989

At a Glance

Total Students

20,556

Retention Rate

97%

Faculty Ratio

15

Financial Aid

18%

Median Debt

$14,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

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 high retention and graduation rates, with 97.2% of students returning for their second year and 91.7% graduating. The in-state tuition is $8,989, and 18.3% of students receive financial aid.

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.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

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 graduates 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 graduates is $14,000.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has an 18.7% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 91.7%, and the retention rate is 97.2%. The in-state tuition is $8,989, and 18.3% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

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 18.7%.