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University of North Carolina Wilmington

Public Wilmington, NC · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
71%
Graduation Rate
$54,967
Earnings (10yr)
$20,109
Net Price
64%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

With an enrollment of nearly 15,000 students, the University of North Carolina Wilmington is a great fit for those looking for a balanced college experience. It serves students who are interested in popular fields like Health Professions, Business & Marketing, and Psychology. The acceptance rate of 64% means that there’s a good chance of getting in, making it accessible for a wide range of applicants.

After graduation, students can expect to earn an average of $54,967 within ten years, which is a solid starting point for many. While we don’t have specific mobility data, the graduation rate of 71% suggests that most students are successfully completing their degrees and moving into their careers. Affordability plays a role here, too, with many students receiving Pell Grants, which can help ease the financial burden.

In terms of the bottom line, the net price after financial aid is about $20,109, which is manageable for many families. With a median debt of $19,500, graduates are leaving with a reasonable amount of student loans, especially when compared to their earning potential. This environment tends to thrive for those who are motivated and willing to engage with their studies, making it a good choice for students ready to take charge of their education and future.

Rankings

How University Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation71%Earnings 10yr$55KNet Price$20KRetention88%Median Debt$20KPell Grant Rate24%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$11K$0-30K$13K$30-48K$17K$48-75K$26K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%360.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1972.1%MOBILITY71.17%

Cost & Financial Aid

$7,277
In-State Tuition
$24,152
Out-of-State
$20,109
Avg Net Price
$19,500
Median Debt
24%
Pell Grant Rate
36%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$10,778
Family Income $0–$30K
$12,572
Family Income $30K–$48K
$17,378
Family Income $48K–$75K
$25,573
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$46,972
6 Years After Entry
$51,021
8 Years
$54,967
10 Years
0.35x
Debt-to-Earnings
67%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$46,972 6yr $51,021 8yr $54,967 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

71.17%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1972.1%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
360.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$106,500
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.49
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
17.4%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.157%
Inventor Rate
8
Total Patents
49
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 64%
Retention Rate 88%
SAT Average 1287
ACT Midpoint 26
SAT Range 1230–1340
ACT Range 24–29
Full-Time Faculty 72%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,074
Diversity Index 0.37
First-Gen Students 26%

Top Programs

Health Professions 26%
Business & Marketing 18%
Psychology 8%
Biology & Biomedical 7%
Social Sciences 5%
Communications 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%
Computer Science & IT 4%