IMAGINE
U N C W. E D U
IMAGINE
A PLACE THAT FEELS LIKE HOME UNCW welcomes students from throughout the state and around the world. Once you’re here, you’ll recognize a sense of belonging you didn’t realize was missing. It feels like home. Here, you’re at ease, welcomed into a supportive environment that allows you to be brave and try new things. Here, your imagination will be nurtured. Here is where tiny steps will turn into strides that will lead you to excellence. Imagine yourself here. Imagine yourself home.
• Named One of the Best Colleges with Great First-Year Experiences • Named 5th Most Innovative Public University in the South –U.S. News & World Report
NOT TOO BIG NOT TOO SMALL 17,499
2019-20 Total Enrollment
14,785 2,714 Undergraduate
Graduate
UNCW is a mid-sized public institution with a private feel – and the view’s pretty great, too. The learning, the service, the research, the camaraderie, the campus… come be a part of it all! Here at the state’s coastal university, you’ll enjoy a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry, critical thinking and thoughtful expression in a beautiful campus setting. Located just minutes from the beach, Wilmington, North Carolina, also has a vibrant culture that celebrates the arts, film and music, and a host of campus/community connections to ensure you find where you belong both on and off campus.
FRESHMAN CLASS Fall 2019 (approximately).................................. 2,342 First-year Spring Admits (2019)........................... 150 Female .................................................................... 64% Male ........................................................................ 36% Minority................................................................... 19%
Freshman Averages Middle 50% GPA: 3.91-4.48 (weighted) Middle 50% ACT composite: 23-27 Middle 50% SAT: 1190-1290 UNCW will continue to “superscore” within the same test version.
TRANSFER CLASS Fall 2019............................................................... 2,006 Main Campus........................................................ 1,323 Male ........................................................................ 44% Female..................................................................... 56% Minority................................................................... 21%
Transfer Averages (MAIN CAMPUS) GPA: 3.09 (cumulative) Credit Hours: 47
17:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
UNCW named a top producer of Fulbright U.S. Scholars –The Chronicle of Higher Education
ACADEMICS
We’re part of the University of North Carolina System and one of North Carolina’s 16 public universities, consistently recognized at a national level for academic excellence and affordability. U.S. News & World Report ranked UNCW among the Top 100 Public National Universities in its Best Colleges 2020 guidebook, the first time the university has been included in the national category since receiving the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. U.S. News also ranked UNCW’s online bachelor’s program 8th best in the country in 2019. Applied learning is an essential part of the UNCW student experience, as students integrate theories, ideas and skills into new settings. The university prepares students for the global world beyond the classroom through four core categories of applied learning: undergraduate research, study abroad, internships and service learning. Advisors will help you choose your direction and take the right steps as you chart your academic path.
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Bachelor's
Master's
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CAMERON SCHOOL OF BUSINESS CSB’s numerous applied learning
ACCOUNTANCY
opportunities provide you with
NEW BUSINESS ANALYTICS
real-world experiences as you make a difference in your community while building skills to thrive in a
ECONOMICS
business environment. Our study abroad programs allow you to
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
The business world has no borders. FINANCE HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Neither should your education.
develop a deeper understanding of international business and different cultures.
The Cameron School of Business (CSB) offers students a fundamental business education that bridges theory to practice, providing you with the technical, analytical and interpersonal skills you’ll need to be an effective leader in a global business community. CSB is fully accredited by the
MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP MARKETING - MARKETING STRATEGY MARKETING - PROFESSIONAL SELLING SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Association to Advance Collegiate
You can gain additional training in
Schools of Business (AACSB) and
your specialization and connect to
offers rigorous programs that prepare
the community through the school’s
students for today’s challenges,
Center for Sales Excellence and
stressing strategic and innovative
Customer Delight (an associate
approaches to solving business
member of the University Sales
problems. Be a part of the school’s
Center Alliance) and the Center
entrepreneurial ecosystem, where
for Cyber Defense Education.
entrepreneurship and innovation are
CSB’s average placement rate for its
nurtured and supported by talented
graduates, including graduate school
faculty, the Center for Innovation
placement, is 94 percent within six
and Entrepreneurship and the Office
months of graduation; 65 percent of
of Innovation and Commercialization.
students complete an internship by
Take advantage of rich opportunities
time they graduate.
to develop relationships with business
At the Cameron School of Business,
leaders throughout the region and
your opportunities are boundless.
state. You’ll also receive valuable insights from experienced executives from around the world through the Cameron Executive Network, the school’s mentoring program.
Learn more at csb.uncw.edu
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES ANTHROPOLOGY ART AND ART HISTORY BIOLOGY AND MARINE BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY NEW COASTAL ENGINEERING
COMMUNICATION STUDIES COMPUTER SCIENCE CREATIVE WRITING NEW DIGITAL ARTS
NEW INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
subject matter, the UNCW College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) will take you from the classroom into the laboratory, onto the stage or around the world. All UNCW students
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS
begin their journey in University Studies,
MUSIC
an integral part of CAS and the basis
PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGION PHYSICS AND PHYSICAL OCEANOGRAPHY PRE-ENGINEERING (Two-Plus-Two) PSYCHOLOGY
EARTH AND OCEAN SCIENCES
PUBLIC AND INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
ENGLISH
SOCIOLOGY AND CRIMINOLOGY
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
THEATRE
FILM STUDIES
WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES
HISTORY
If you’re looking for opportunities to dive deep into your
for your intellectual development. The general education program promotes the growth of well-informed, creative, literate members of society, encouraging you to begin a lifelong journey of engaged inquiry and societal contribution. From there you can pursue a variety of majors within the college’s 26 departments, programs and centers focused on the arts, the humanities, mathematical and natural sciences as well as social and behavioral sciences. You’ll be immersed in a vibrant academic environment that values discovery, innovation, creativity and community engagement. You’ll work hand-in-hand with distinguished faculty who are dedicated to helping you realize your full potential and achieve your goals. Whether it is facultydirected research, internships, service learning or capstone projects, you’ll then be able to apply what you learn in the classroom to the community and world. The college’s interdisciplinary approach makes it unique and offers students a transformative experience that leads to fulfillment as a successful professional. Nearly 95 percent of graduates from the UNCW College of Arts and Sciences are employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation. Learn more at uncw.edu/cas
COLLEGE OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Faculty, staff and students within
CLINICAL RESEARCH
CHHS are passionate about the enhancement of health and quality
EXERCISE SCIENCE
of life, especially within underserved communities in the region and
HEALTHY LIVING AND FITNESS EDUCATION
beyond. Work alongside faculty to research and discover innovative ways to address issues facing these
NURSING PUBLIC HEALTH RECREATION, SPORT LEADERSHIP AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT RECREATION THERAPY SOCIAL WORK
Interested in contributing to the
communities. Take advantage of
health and quality of life of individuals,
the college’s service learning, study
families and communities? The
abroad and internship opportunities
College of Health and Human
to experience health and human services
Services (CHHS) provides superior
through practical applications of
degree programs that will put you
your learning.
on the path to a rewarding healthcare or human services career. Whether you want to pursue a career in nursing, gerontology, social work, public health, allied health, recreation therapy, clinical research or tourism, our degree programs are designed to help you gain the knowledge necessary to reach your career goals. CHHS’s three professional schools – the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences, the School of Nursing and the School of Social Work – offer transformative learning experiences and opportunities for students to advance their knowledge through research and scholarly activity. Through in-class and field experiences, you’ll apply what you’ve learned to serve the community in meaningful ways. You’ll also have opportunities to develop working relationships that bridge professions as you collaborate with others on campus and across the world.
Be a part of a community of scholars that values collaboration, empowerment, innovation and social responsibility and help make the world a better place. Learn more at uncw.edu/chhs
WATSON COLLEGE OF EDUCATION to support your academic, social
EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN (B-K)
and educational development. Take a leadership role by serving
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (K-6)
as a Watson Student Leader, a great MIDDLE GRADES (6-9)
way to connect with peers, build a network of support and establish
SECONDARY EDUCATION (9-12) SPECIAL EDUCATION (GENERAL OR ADAPTED CURRICULUM, K-12) FRENCH, SPANISH OR MUSIC (K-12) PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH (K-12)
lifelong friends while serving as an Before starting a career inspiring
ambassador for Watson College.
young minds, your first step to becoming an educator begins at the Watson College of Education (WCE). High-quality programs, outstanding faculty and extensive opportunities for hands-on learning through classroom placements, community outreach and international travel are a few of the reasons future educators choose the Watson College. You will gain valuable applied learning experiences from day one, allowing you to gradually build your teaching skills. Observe local classrooms, practice methods through supervised one-on-one teaching in
WCE’s experienced faculty and
the on-campus Education Lab and
teacher-mentors are dedicated to
participate in student teaching in
helping you succeed and provide
schools. Faculty-led study abroad
personal attention and guidance as
opportunities allow you to enrich
you work to complete your degree.
your experience visiting schools
That support doesn’t end after you
throughout the world, including
graduate. The college offers the First
Belize, Japan and Malawi.
Years of Teaching Support program
Immerse yourself in the college’s
and professional development seminars
Education Learning Community,
to help alumni be successful in
a residential learning community
the classroom.
for first-year students interested
Join the Watson College of Education.
in teaching. Join other pre-major
Get involved. Become a teacher.
students in seminars and applied
Change lives.
learning opportunities, all designed
Learn more at uncw.edu/ed/learn
Our faculty and staff will connect you with unique undergraduate research opportunities, from marine science to psychology. Need support applying for scholarships and national fellowships or insight on graduate programs? The Honors College offers one-on-one mentoring to help you develop your own unique trajectory.
COMMUNITY CONTEXT CONVERSATIONS CONNECTIONS
HONORS COLLEGE with bigger questions, provide a larger context for your academic major and foster immediate links to broaden the community. What are the connections between art, science and mental health? Why is culture important if you’re interested in The UNCW Honors College offers an immediate community for motivated and creative students to discover and pursue their academic passions, engaging fully in the university and broader communities as citizenscholars. As an Honors student you become junior colleagues with faculty, thinking about topics from multiple perspectives, learning by doing and taking ownership of your own questions and how to find the answers. Students in UNCW’s Honors College can expect to develop strong relationships with upper-level honors students, academic advisors and
medicine? Honors students become well-rounded, interdisciplinary thinkers. Honors College classes are small – usually fewer than 20 students – and you’ll receive personal attention with the opportunity to engage with faculty on a level similar to that enjoyed by graduate students at other universities. You can develop as a leader and a professional, learning directly from the faculty as you pursue independent research and creative scholarship. Deep learning takes places within these conversations, often outside of the classroom walls.
honors faculty mentors.
What’s your story? Come write it here.
The Honors College faculty and
Learn more at uncw.edu/honors
curriculum will push you to engage
If advancing your undergraduate degree is your goal, you’ll want to take a close look at our pre-professional programs of study. UNCW’s pre-professional programs offer advising, resources and courses for students who want to go to law school or work as a healthcare professional. Advisors are available to help you navigate application timelines, requirements and graduate program prerequisites.
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS PRE-LAW The Association of American Law Schools recommends a pre-legal education
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that will develop critical thinking, verbal and speaking competency and an understanding of economic, political and social institutions. The College of Arts and Sciences offers a pre-law minor to help lay the foundation to develop these skills.
PRE-HEALTH Pre-health students are not required to major in science. You can study your favorite subject and still satisfy the prerequisite courses necessary for admission into medical or graduate schools of health. The pre-health program will prepare you to become a chiropractor, dentist, medical doctor, foot or eye doctor, physical or occupational therapist, pharmacist, physician assistant, speech therapist or veterinarian. Academic superiority (measured by GPA on a 4.0 scale) and excellent scores on admissions tests (MCAT, DAT, PCAT, GRE, etc.) are critical elements in any successful graduate application. As a pre-professional Seahawk, you’ll become a uniquely qualified candidate for top graduate programs when you make the most out of your curricular and co-curricular experiences. Learn more at uncw.edu/preprofessional
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
uncw.edu/uc
Undecided about your major or need a little assistance? University College (UC) will provide support as you explore the undergraduate curriculum, career paths and prepare to declare your major. The UC serves several student populations including freshmen, select transfer, early college, military students, first-year spring admit and pre-professional students.
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BIRD'S EYE VIEW Find your way to UNCW because from here, you can go anywhere. Georgian-style architecture and beautiful landscaping make UNCW one of the most attractive college campuses in the South. The university’s main campus covers approximately 650 acres, much of them under the canopy of Longleaf and Loblolly pines and live oak trees, or dotted with seasonal color from crape myrtles and wildflowers. Seating and gathering areas are interspersed throughout the multitude of natural areas on campus, including nature trails and conservation areas such as the Herbert Bluethenthal Memorial Wildflower Preserve, which is frequently utilized for hands-on learning for students. Take a stroll on Chancellor’s Walk, lined with the buildings where most academic classes are held. The clock tower on the Campus Commons chimes on the hour and plays the university’s alma mater each day at noon and 5 p.m. You’ll find a great photo backdrop under the arches between Morton and Leutze Halls, or snap a selfie in front of the iconic Soaring Seahawk sculpture at Belk Plaza in front of Hoggard Hall. Welcome to Seahawk Country. We’re glad you’re here! UNCW offers free visitor parking in parking Lot M, located on Riegel Road, adjacent to Price Drive. The GPS address is 4941 Riegel Road, Wilmington, NC.
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VIRTUAL TOUR: Explore UNCW’s campus and learn about our academic programs, campus culture and athletic teams through a self-guided tour. Our interactive application will assist you through the use of a GPS-enabled campus map, videos and photos.
Building Code Alderman Hall AL Almkuist-Nixon Sports Medicine Complex SM Administrative Annex AA Bear Hall BR Belk Hall BK Burney Center BU Cameron Hall CH Computer Information Systems Building CI Cultural Arts Building CA DeLoach Hall DL DePaolo Hall DE Dobo Hall DO Education Building EB Fisher Student Center (Bookstore) FSC Fisher University Union (Food Court) FUU Friday Annex FA Friday Hall FR Galloway Hall GA Graham Hall GR Honors College at Cornerstone HC Hewlett Hall HE Hoggard Hall HO Housing and Residence Life HRL International House IH Isaac Bear IB James Hall (Admissions) JA Kenan Auditorium KA Kenan Hall KE Keystone House KH King Hall KI Leutze Hall LH McNeill Hall MC Morton Hall MO Osprey Hall OH Randall Library RL Schwartz Hall SZ Seahawk Crossing SC Seahawk Landing SL Seahawk Village SV1 Seahawk Village Clubhouse SVC Student Recreation Center SRC Teaching Laboratory Building TLB Trask Coliseum TR University Apartments UA University Police Department PD University Suites US Veterans Hall VH Wagoner Hall (Dining Hall) WA Warwick Center (Financial Aid) WC
CREST Research Park promotes basic and applied research in coastal and marine science. Facilities include the Center for Marine Science, MARBIONC and the Shellfish Research Hatchery. The center is 7.5 miles from campus; free shuttle service is available for UNCW students. This facility does not offer tours.
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CREST Research Park
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INVOLVEMENT
DIVERSITY RESOURCES Upperman African American Cultural Center provides a supportive, inclusive and welcoming environment for all students to encourage open dialogue across diverse experiences and perspectives and nurture cross-cultural interactions. uncw.edu/upperman Centro Hispano promotes opportunities that broaden understanding and appreciation of diverse Hispanic cultures and provides a place where every student feels at home while striving for success. uncw.edu/centrohispano LGBTQIA Resource Office works to create a safe and inclusive environment for the LGBTQIA community and contribute to a culturally rich campus. uncw.edu/lgbtqia
250+ STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
GO BEYOND THE BOOKS uncw.edu/activities Live your best college life and expand your horizons by taking advantage of any of 250+ student organizations. The Campus Activities and Involvement Center provides a gateway to campus entertainment, involvement and leadership opportunities. As part of the annual UNCWelcome Week, the Involvement Carnival is a showcase of student involvement opportunities on campus and in the community. There’s something for everyone. Get in where you fit in and soar!
CAMPUS LIFE
Featured in the 2020 Fiske Guide to Colleges; 1 of only 4 NC schools included
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LEARNING COMMUNITY OPTIONS AVAILABLE Residential and non-residential
uncw.edu/fyecommunities
IMAGINE YOURSELF ON CAMPUS Residence Life uncw.edu/housing
UNCW requires all fall freshmen to reside on campus their first academic year. Research shows that in doing so, students make a smoother transition to college life, achieve a higher grade point average, develop stronger friendships and graduate at higher rates. Residential and non-residential options are available, visit uncw.edu/housing for more information. On-campus housing for transfer students is limited and not guaranteed, so apply early! Students interested in living off campus are encouraged to use Seahawk PERCH (uncw.edu/PERCH) as a resource. PERCH provides a searchable database for UNCW students looking for off-campus housing and roommates.
SPORTS & REC NCAA DIVISION 1 ATHLETICS Baseball (M) Basketball (M & W) Cross Country (M & W) Golf (M & W) Soccer (M & W) Softball (W) Swimming & Diving (M & W) Tennis (M & W) Track & Field (M & W) Indoor Track & Field (W) Volleyball (W) Beach Volleyball (W)
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SPORT CLUBS
FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME The Seahawk spirit is alive on and off the court, and you don’t have to wear a jersey to get in the game. Outside of our 19 NCAA Division 1 athletic teams, you can join any of the 60 intramural or club sports, including lacrosse, Quidditch, Ultimate Frisbee and water polo, and take advantage of adventure programs like camping, kayaking and surfing. uncw.edu/campusrec If you’re looking to up your fitness game, the 160,000-square-foot, two-story Student Recreation Center is a state-of-the art facility that houses multipurpose courts, a three-lane indoor track, rock-climbing wall, treadmills, ellipticals, free weights, group exercise classes and two pools. Annual spirit events such as Rock the Rec, Midnite Madness and a beloved single-elimination, regulation mud-volleyball tournament we call “Oozeball” give all students a chance to show their love of the Dub.
WHAT KIND OF STUDENT ARE YOU? Freshman uncw.edu/admissions
Students who are currently enrolled in high school, or have graduated from high school and have not yet enrolled at a post-secondary institution, are considered freshman applicants. Freshman applicants are not selected based on the major they choose since UNCW students do not declare a major until their sophomore year.
Transfer
uncw.edu/admissions/transfer Main campus transfer students are students who have graduated from high school (or obtained a GED) and attended, or are currently enrolled in, a regionally accredited two- or four-year institution and wish to earn a bachelor’s degree at our main campus location in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Non-Degree Seeking uncw.edu/admissions/nondegree
Students who wish to take courses at UNCW as visiting students in the fall or spring terms and then return to their home institution, or students who already possess a bachelor’s degree and wish to take courses as a special undergraduate can apply through one of our non-degree-seeking student options. Students who wish to obtain a second bachelor’s degree must apply as a transfer student.
ADMISSION uncw.edu/applynow UNCW seeks students who are academically curious, excited to be in the classroom and willing to fully immerse themselves in our community of scholars. While our academic reputation continues to rise year after year, we embrace a community of well-rounded students who will add their talents and interests to our campus.
Early Action (Non-Binding) Notification on or around January 20 Regular Decision Notification on or around March 15
(set by the UNC Board of Governors) to be completed while in high school: Four (4) Course Units of English Four (4) Course Units of Mathematics Three (3) Course Units of Science Two (2) Course Units of Social Studies Two (2) Course Units of the Same Foreign Language
FRESHMAN CRITERIA
APPLICATION DEADLINES FRESHMAN
MINIMUM COURSE REQUIREMENTS
November 1
TRANSFER
Summer/Fall Entry Spring Entry
INTERNATIONAL
Fall Entry Spring Entry
Note: Early College students, please refer to uncw.edu/admissions for current information on how to apply.
February 1
March 1 October 15
April 1 October 1
Candidates successful in the first-year admission process exceed minimum course requirements with programs that include rigorous coursework offered by their high schools. In addition to academics, UNCW will review the following application items: SAT and/or ACT scores Required personal essay and short-answer question Extracurricular involvement One letter of recommendation (optional)
TRANSFER CRITERIA Graduated from an accredited high school or have obtained a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or received an Adult High School Diploma If under the age of 21, meet high school Minimum Course Requirements or complete 24 transferable hours at the time of application If over the age of 21, and 24 transferable hours are not complete or in progress at the time of application, SAT or ACT scores should be submitted
All transfer applicants: A holistic approach is used to consider several aspects of a transfer application when making an admission decision. The most competitive applicant will have at least 24 hours of transferable college-level coursework (including 6 hours of college-level English and 3 hours of college-level math) with a cumulative 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Eligibility to return to the last institution you attended GED recipients must complete 24 transferable hours at the time of application Note: Grades below a ''C" (including ''C-" ) are not transferable.
INTERNATIONAL ADMISSION
uncw.edu/intladmissions
In addition to the requirements listed for first-year or transfer admission, international students must submit the following: Official transcripts, translated into English, for coursework completed outside of the U.S. Secondary school and post-secondary institutions (if applicable) TOFEL or ILETS Score Minimum TOFEL score: 71 (Internet-based) or 525 (paper-based) Minimum ILETS score: 6.0 Additional Information For students looking to transfer post-secondary school credit, please submit a Credential Evaluation Report. English proficiency can be waived if student has completed two college-level courses of English composition at a U.S. college or university and received a “B” or higher.
MILITARY ADMISSION
uncw.edu/military
UNCW is a U.S. Veteran Affairs-approved educational institution. Active duty or veterans who have served at least two years should complete the transfer application. All active duty applicants will receive a fee waiver at the time of application. Military applicants who have served at least two years must submit an official Joint Services transcript (JST) or Community College of the Air Force transcript for consideration of credit. General and departmental elective credit will be awarded (as applicable) with submission of transcript(s). Basic Training will fulfill the university’s physical education requirement. For information about veteran’s education benefits, please visit uncw.edu/military. For information concerning eligibility for post-9/11 and/or Montgomery GI Bill benefits, please visit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at gibill.va.gov.
TRANSFER OF CREDIT Please visit the Transfer Credit Equivalencies website to see how your coursework may transfer. UNCW will accept a maximum of 93 semester hours of credit from a four-year institution and 64 semester hours of credit from a two-year institution. Credit earned at another institution with a grade of a “C” or better is accepted by the university if the coursework is comparable to courses at UNCW. Please note grades below a “C” (including a “C-”) are not transferable.
CREDIT BY EXAMINATION Students are encouraged to take advantage of credit-by-examination opportunities offered through APl, CLEP, IB and Dantes Subject Standardized Tests. UNCW will award academic credit to students who achieve acceptable scores on those examinations determined to have a UNCW course equivalent. For more information on transfer of credit, AP, IB, CLEP or Dantes Subject Standardized Tests, visit uncw.edu/ admissions/transfercredit
FINANCIAL AID fafsa.ed.gov To receive financial aid, all eligible students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). It is available Oct. 1 at www.fafsa.ed.gov for completion for the new academic year. You must re-apply each year you are in school. UNCW has a priority filing date of Jan 1 (Fall). The earlier you apply, the greater your chances for receiving grant dollars, if you are eligible.
UNCW’s school code is 002984.
UNCW SCHOLARSHIPS
uncw.edu/finaid/scholarships The university recognizes the excellent academic record and promise of outstanding students by offering a limited number of renewable merit scholarships. There is no separate application for merit scholarships; all students are considered for these opportunities on the basis of their application for admission. Our holistic review of scholarship candidates considers academic achievement, leadership qualities, commitment to service and promise of engagement in the life of the university.
NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
For individuals who qualify on the basis of need, most financial aid is provided in the form of need-based scholarships or grants from federal, state, university or private sources. Need-based scholarships range from $1,000 to the full cost of in-state tuition.
WORK-STUDY AND STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
uncw.edu/career The Federal Work-Study Program allows qualified recipients to earn part of their financial aid through employment on campus and in community service agencies. Participants may select from a wide variety of available jobs to meet their interests, skills and career plans. Work-Study is a need-based program and funding is limited.
Those students who do not meet the criteria for Federal Work-Study can still apply for available jobs through the UNCW Career Center.
LOANS
uncw.edu/finaid The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid administers a number of student loan programs, which provide low-interest, long-term loans to students. Loans require repayment after the student leaves school.
VISIT OUR CAMPUS uncw.edu/admissions/visit
Visiting campus continues to be the best way to get to know any institution you are considering. Register for a daily tour and information session offered Monday – Friday and some Saturdays.
Visit Day Programs Seahawk Saturday - September 28 & October 19, 2019 (for high school seniors) Just Juniors - See website for updates and schedule. (for high school juniors) Seahawk Preview Day - March 28, 2020 (for accepted students) Soaring Sophomores - See website for updates and schedule. (for high school sophomores)
Residency for Tuition Purposes
Expenses
The specific requirements for establishing residency for tuition purposes and for eligibility for state financial aid are prescribed by state law. A North Carolina resident for tuition purposes (and for state financial aid consideration) is a person or a dependent person whose parent or legal guardian has established and maintained legal residence in North Carolina for at least 12 months.
In order to be considered for North Carolina residency, please be sure to complete residency determination prior to beginning your UNCW application at www.ncresidency.org.
2019-20* In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,400 $18,508 Fees $2,738 $2,738 Housing $6,790 $6,790 Meals $4,107 $4,107 Books/Supplies $1,126 $1,126 Transportation $1,810 $1,810 Loan Orig Fee $64 $64 Miscellaneous $1,650 $1,650 Health Insurance $2,622 $2,622 Total $25,307 $39,415 *estimated cost Note: The above figures are estimates and are subject to change. Total cost of attendance is calculated to help students anticipate their costs and to determine eligibility for financial aid. Some students will spend more than the typical amounts, others less, depending on individual lifestyles and circumstances. Eligibility for financial aid is based not on individual preferences and spending habits, but instead on standard budget allowances.
Majors College of Arts and Sciences uncw.edu/cas Anthropology* Art History* Biology* Chemistry* Coastal Engineering NEW 2019 Communication Studies Computer Science* Creative Writing* Criminology* Digital Arts* NEW English* Environmental Sciences* Film Studies French* Geography* Geology* Geosciences German Studies History* Interdisciplinary Studies NEW International Studies* Information Technology* Marine Biology Mathematics* Music* Music Education Oceanography* Philosophy & Religion Physics* Political Science* Psychology* Sociology* Spanish* Statistics* Studio Art* Theatre* College of Health & Human Services uncw.edu/chhs School of Health & Applied Human Sciences Exercise Science Healthful Living & Fitness Education Public Health Recreation, Sport Leadership & Tourism Management* Recreation Therapy
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