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University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), Greensboro : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Set in the Piedmont's rolling greenery, this Greensboro campus blends brick paths with bright studios and labs. UNC Greensboro is known for strengths across the arts, health fields, business, education, and the liberal arts, with faculty who favor hands-on learning. Students draw on rich library resources, academic advising and tutoring, counseling and wellness care, and an upbeat recreation center. It's practical, supportive, and pretty easy to find your lane.

Life here feels welcoming and down-to-earth, with active clubs, intramurals, service projects, and performances through the year. Career prep comes via internships, research with faculty, and alumni ties across the Triad's schools, hospitals, nonprofits, and emerging ventures. Downtown brings galleries, greenways, and easy access to real work. And the campus green hosts homecoming traditions and arts events that make a big place feel close-knit.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
1400 Spring Garden St, Greensboro, North Carolina, 27402, USA
Website
uncg.edu
Unit ID
199148

Academic & Institutional

Control
Public institution (funded by state or local government)
Accreditation
SACSCOC
Length of Study
Programs under 2 years (e.g. certificate or diploma)
Calendar System
Semester system (two main terms per year)
Award Levels
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Post-Master's
Doctorate (R)
Doctorate (P)
Campus Setting
Located in a large city (population of 250,000 or more)
Carnegie Classification
Doctoral - R2 (High Research)
Tuition & Fees
In-State
$7,593
Tuition $4,422 + Fee $3,171
Out-of-State
$23,339
Tuition $20,168 + Fee $3,171
Student Profile
Total Students 17,743
Undergraduate 13,848
Graduate/Other 3,895
Male: 5,841 Female: 11,902
Applications
Total Applicants 12,379
Admitted 11,120
Enrolled 2,613
Acceptance: 89.8% Yield: 23.5%
Staff
Total Staff 2,677
Full-time 2,391
Part-time 286
Full-time: 89.3% Part-time: 10.7%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), Greensboro offers 107 degree programs across 24 major academic fields, graduating approximately 4,539 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Business (10 programs, 824 graduates), Health (7 programs, 538 graduates), Education (21 programs, 406 graduates), Arts (12 programs, 345 graduates) and Computer & IT (7 programs, 311 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Business (10 programs, 824 graduates)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Business Administration and Management 487
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (R)
52.0201
Accounting 124
Bachelor's
Master's
52.0301
Finance, General 75
Bachelor's
52.0801
Marketing Management 63
Bachelor's
52.1401
International Business and Trade 32
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
52.1101
Entrepreneurship Studies 20
Bachelor's
52.0701
Hospitality Management 11
Bachelor's
52.0901
Business Economics 7
Bachelor's
Doctorate (R)
52.0601
Logistics and Supply Chain Management 3
Postbac Cert.
52.0203
Taxation 2
Postbac Cert.
52.1601
Health (7 programs, 538 graduates)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Registered Nursing 235
Bachelor's
51.3801
Public Health Education and Promotion 123
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (R)
51.2207
Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology 87
Bachelor's
Master's
51.0204
Nursing Practice 57
Doctorate (P)
51.3818
Nursing Science 18
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (R)
51.3808
Athletic Training 15
Master's
51.0913
Communication Sciences and Disorders 3
Doctorate (R)
51.0201
Education (21 programs, 406 graduates)
Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Elementary Education 50
Bachelor's
13.1202
Music Teacher Education 49
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
13.1312
Educational Leadership and Administration 45
Master's
Post-Master's
Doctorate (R)
13.0401
Early Childhood Education 43
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
13.1210
Curriculum and Instruction 37
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (R)
13.0301
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services 32
Master's
13.1102
Teacher Education and Professional Development 28
Master's
13.1299
Instructional Technology 24
Postbac Cert.
Master's
13.0501
Higher Education Administration 21
Postbac Cert.
Master's
13.0406
Special Education Teaching 18
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
13.1001
Middle School Education and Teaching 12
Bachelor's
13.1203
Education of Individuals with Hearing Impairments 10
Bachelor's
13.1003
Social Studies Teacher Education 9
Bachelor's
13.1318
Educational Research and Statistics 7
Master's
Doctorate (R)
13.0603
English Language Arts Teacher Education 5
Bachelor's
13.1305
Education, General 5
Post-Master's
13.9999
School Counseling and Guidance 3
Postbac Cert.
Doctorate (R)
13.1101
Art Education 3
Bachelor's
13.1302
Foundations of Education 2
Post-Master's
13.0901
Drama and Dance Education 2
Master's
13.1324
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 1
Bachelor's
13.1314
Arts (12 programs, 345 graduates)
Fine Arts, Design Studies and Creative Performance
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Theatre Arts 82
Bachelor's
Master's
50.0501
Music Performance 64
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (R)
50.0903
Studio Arts, General 63
Bachelor's
Master's
50.0702
Interior Design 40
Bachelor's
50.0408
Art Studies 26
Bachelor's
50.0701
Dance 23
Bachelor's
Master's
50.0301
Fine and Studio Arts Management 18
Bachelor's
50.1002
Music 10
Bachelor's
50.0901
Music Theory and Composition 9
Postbac Cert.
Master's
50.0904
Conducting 4
Postbac Cert.
50.0906
Music Pedagogy 4
Postbac Cert.
50.0912
Musicology and Ethnomusicology 2
Postbac Cert.
50.0905
Computer & IT (7 programs, 311 graduates)
Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 147
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
11.0901
Computer Science 111
Bachelor's
Master's
11.0701
Information Science 23
Bachelor's
11.0401
Informatics 18
Master's
11.0104
Information Systems Security and Auditing 6
Postbac Cert.
11.1003
Data Modeling and Database Administration 4
Postbac Cert.
11.0802
Information Technology 2
Doctorate (R)
11.0103
Social Sciences (6 programs, 252 graduates)
Sociology, Anthropology and Political Science Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Sociology 117
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
45.1101
Political Science and Government 62
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
45.1001
Economics 21
Bachelor's
45.0601
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics 21
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (R)
45.0603
Anthropology 17
Bachelor's
45.0201
Geography 14
Bachelor's
Master's
45.0701
Psychology (1 programs, 251 graduates)
Psychological Sciences, Mental Health and Behavioral Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
General Psychology 251
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
42.0101
Kinesiology (3 programs, 228 graduates)
Exercise Science, Sports Medicine and Physical Recreation
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Exercise Science and Kinesiology 181
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
31.0505
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies 35
Bachelor's
31.0101
Parks and Recreation Management 12
Master's
31.0301
Biological Sciences (5 programs, 226 graduates)
Life Sciences, Biotechnology and Biomedical Research
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Biology and Biological Sciences 188
Bachelor's
Master's
26.0101
Biochemistry 23
Bachelor's
26.0202
Genetics and Medical Genetics 8
Master's
26.0806
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 4
Doctorate (R)
26.0299
Biological and Biomedical Sciences 3
Doctorate (R)
26.9999
Communication (2 programs, 172 graduates)
Media Communications, Journalism and Public Relations
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Speech Communication and Rhetoric 97
Bachelor's
Master's
09.0101
Mass Communication and Media Studies 75
Bachelor's
09.0102

Admission Requirements & Test Scores

Comprehensive overview of admission criteria, standardized test score ranges, and application requirements for prospective students at University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), Greensboro.

Application Requirements

Secondary School GPA
Required
Secondary School Record
Required
College Preparatory Program
Required
Recommendations
Neither required nor recommended
Formal Demonstration of Competencies
Neither required nor recommended
English Proficiency Test (TOEFL)
Required
Standardized Test Scores
SAT Scores
The SAT is a standardized college admission test measuring reading, writing, and math skills. Scores range from 400-1600 (combined Evidence-Based Reading & Writing + Math sections).
Composite Score Range
1100 - 1280
25th-75th percentile
Evidence-Based Reading & Writing 560 - 660
Median: 600
Math 540 - 620
Median: 580
ACT Scores
The ACT is a standardized test for college admissions assessing English, math, reading, and science reasoning. Scores range from 1-36 (composite of all sections).
Composite Score Range
22 - 27
25th-75th percentile
English 21 - 27
Median: 23
Math 20 - 26
Median: 23

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Test score ranges represent the middle 50% of admitted students (25th-75th percentile). Requirements may vary by program.

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
$22,313
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
$38,059
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$7,593
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$23,339
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
$10,534 (on) / $13,284 (off)
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
$850
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
$3,336 (on) / $3,588 (off)
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
$5,084
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$8,546
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$22,676
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

16%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$8,921
Avg. Loan
$6,146
Avg. Federal Loan
$5,005
Additional
Students with Any Grant
1,924
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
1,142
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
1,256
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$3,159
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

58%
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
76%
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$32,185 – $67,995
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$32,185 (25th %) $67,995 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $48,160
Median Salary After 6 Years
$39,869
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$48,160
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
54.6%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
64.4%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$22,858
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 46.3%
Middle 56.6%
High 63.6%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 56.0%
Independent 49.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), Greensboro

How much does it cost to attend University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), Greensboro?

The annual tuition at University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), Greensboro is $7,593 for in-state students and $23,339 for out-of-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $22,313 for in-state students and $38,059 for out-of-state students. Additional costs include room and board $10,534 (on) / $13,284 (off) and books and supplies $850.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Tuition and cost estimates are approximate and may not include all fees, personal expenses, or transportation costs.

What academic programs and degree levels does University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro offer?

University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), Greensboro offers 107 academic programs across 24 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Bachelor's, Postbac Cert., Master's, Post-Master's, Doctorate (Research), Doctorate (Professional).

Most popular program areas include:

  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (10 programs)
  • Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (7 programs)
  • Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy (21 programs)
  • Fine Arts, Design Studies and Creative Performance (12 programs)
  • Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity (7 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What is the acceptance rate for University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro?

University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), Greensboro has an 89.8% acceptance rate and a 23.5% yield rate, making it moderately selective.

Admission statistics breakdown:

  • Total applicants: 12,379
  • Students admitted: 11,120
  • Students enrolled: 2,613

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Admission statistics may vary by program and application cycle.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro?

University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), Greensboro provides financial aid to 16% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $8,921 and average loans of $6,146.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $5,855
  • State/Local grants: $3,022
  • Institutional grants: $3,159
  • Federal loans: $5,005

The university supports 1,924 students with grants and 1,142 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro graduates?

University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), Greensboro graduates earn a median salary of $39,869 after 6 years and $48,160 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $32,185 (25th percentile) to $67,995 (75th percentile), with top earners reaching $69,100 (90th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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