A
Excellent
Score: 84/100

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

4-Year Public
📍 Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599
🌐 https://www.unc.edu/
Outcomes
A+
95/100
Affordability
C+
63/100
Resources
B+
78/100
Experience
A
87/100
Prestige
A+
95/100

Quick Stats

32,234
Total Enrollment
92%
Graduation Rate
97%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
19%
Acceptance Rate
$11,140
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ▼

1% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 258 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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🏆 Where University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Behavioral Sciences
of 32 schools
🥈
Public Health, General
of 100 schools
🥈
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
of 94 schools
🥈
Mass Communication/Media Studies
of 94 schools
🥈
Economics, General
of 100 schools
#4
Political Science and Government, General
of 100 schools
#5
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
of 100 schools
#7
Management Science
of 100 schools
#12
Computer Science
of 100 schools
#18
Law
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,019 $37,360
Room $7,366
Board $5,650
Total Cost (On-Campus) $26,109 $56,450

Financial Aid

58%
Receive Any Aid
17%
Receive Pell Grants
19%
Take Out Loans
$11,140
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,165
$30,001 - $48,000$5,143
$48,001 - $75,000$11,220
$75,001 - $110,000$19,106
$110,001+$24,077

Student Demographics

32,234
Total Students
61%
Women
96%
Traditional Age (18-24)
1%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 54%
Hispanic 9%
Black 9%
Asian 13%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 99%
Off-Campus (Renters) 1%
With Family 1%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~258 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 75%
Hybrid (Some Online) 20%
Fully Online 5%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 96%
25-64 (Adult) 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has an acceptance rate of 19%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
Tuition at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is $7,019 for in-state students and $37,360 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,140.
What is the graduation rate at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
The graduation rate at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is 92%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill a good school?
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has a Repit College Score of 84/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has a total enrollment of 32,234 students. Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
Yes! Approximately 1% of students at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 258 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology