University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro, North Carolina · Public, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$10,965
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
56.3%
Admission rate
89%
Undergrad size
14,062
In-state tuition
$7,661
Out-of-state tuition
$24,012
Cost of attendance
$21,373
Median earnings (10y)
$48,160
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,193
- ACT midpoint
- 24
- Retention
- 78.9%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (26%), social sciences (24%), business (20%).
- STEM13%
- Health12%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts26%
- Social sciences24%
- Trades & services5%
- Business19.8%~2,777 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions11.7%~1,647 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~1,149 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology7.2%~1,008 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~973 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~884 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science5.8%~818 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences5.8%~818 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~752 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication5.0%~696 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~616 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education4.3%~612 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~316 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English2.0%~285 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.1%~155 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~149 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~128 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.6%~79 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~66 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.3%~48 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~48 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~35 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 728 | $36,895 | $25,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 489 | $24,782 | $25,105 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 359 | $31,393 | $26,914 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 355 | $25,877 | $25,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 345 | $60,604 | $24,701 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 303 | $26,789 | $25,000 |
| Library Science and Administration. | Master's | 289 | $40,617 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 237 | $38,483 | $24,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 229 | $23,557 | $25,898 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Bachelor's | 215 | $46,932 | $26,330 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 214 | $24,191 | $25,988 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 203 | $28,389 | $26,000 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 203 | $32,380 | $26,000 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 201 | $31,848 | $25,500 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 183 | — | $28,537 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 183 | — | — |
| Apparel and Textiles. | Bachelor's | 160 | $31,726 | $26,000 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 160 | $19,638 | $25,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 152 | $29,919 | $25,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 145 | $60,720 | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 137 | $39,797 | $24,000 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Master's | 136 | $75,642 | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 131 | $59,772 | $25,000 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 131 | $23,034 | $25,914 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 130 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 117 | $42,001 | $21,633 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 106 | $28,422 | $24,750 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 105 | $38,631 | $26,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 95 | $24,948 | $19,500 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 91 | $34,556 | $26,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 86 | $57,593 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 83 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor's | 83 | $24,215 | $26,000 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 78 | — | $22,699 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 75 | $43,719 | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 72 | $15,995 | $26,000 |
| Nutrition Sciences. | Bachelor's | 71 | $26,768 | $26,656 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Graduate certificate | 70 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 68 | $52,800 | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 66 | $42,498 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of North Carolina at Greensboro
University of North Carolina at Greensboro is a large institution located in Greensboro, North Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 14,062 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Visual & performing arts.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of North Carolina at Greensboro — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $10,965 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $7,661 for in-state students and $24,012 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $21,373 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 56.3%, a above-average completion outcome. 78.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $48,160 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of North Carolina at Greensboro confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Visual & performing arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (26% of credentials), social sciences (24% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepts 89% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,193. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 24.
Location & campus
Set in Greensboro, North Carolina (city), University of North Carolina at Greensboro draws students from across North Carolina and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Q.How much does University of North Carolina at Greensboro cost?
The average net price at University of North Carolina at Greensboro is $10,965 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $21,373.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of North Carolina at Greensboro?
University of North Carolina at Greensboro has a 6-year graduation rate of 56.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of North Carolina at Greensboro?
University of North Carolina at Greensboro admits 89% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do University of North Carolina at Greensboro graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of North Carolina at Greensboro graduate earns $48,160 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of North Carolina at Greensboro?
Published tuition is $7,661 in-state and $24,012 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of North Carolina at Greensboro located?
University of North Carolina at Greensboro is located in Greensboro, North Carolina (ZIP 27402).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of North Carolina at Greensboro at their official website.