C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
33/100 · earnings-weighted

University of North Carolina at Pembroke

4-Year Public
📍 Pembroke, North Carolina 28372
University of North Carolina at Pembroke campus, Pembroke, NC
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Outcomes
C+
64/100
Affordability
B
67/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
B
72/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

7,630
Total Enrollment
45%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
92%
Acceptance Rate
$9,687
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of North Carolina at Pembroke ▼

10% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$151,093
Avg Monthly Rent
$837
1-Year Change
+1.1%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of North Carolina at Pembroke, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$43,407
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,126
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
43.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,056
Average SAT
19
Median ACT
50.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 58% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 19th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NC wage index 0.87). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer Science$38,417$80,579-25%#296 of 349#274$25,000
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$73,906$78,674-12%#776 of 966#640$27,250
Chemistry$35,579$63,288-3%#139 of 209#87$25,105
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies$39,925$62,355+12%#47 of 207#24$30,913
Business Administration, Management and Operations$36,602$55,233-19%#958 of 1176#872$25,648
Political Science and Government$22,223$53,779-15%#463 of 565#362$25,900
Computer and Information Sciences$45,532$53,022-43%#451 of 459#448$24,447
Social Work$31,695$52,344+1%#195 of 420#109$26,877
Criminal Justice and Corrections$35,553$50,382-9%#478 of 660#397$24,527
Natural Resources Conservation and Research$38,400$49,806-9%#195 of 265#140—
History$27,241$49,535-2%#263 of 459#164$27,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$42,973$49,034+3%#288 of 680#199$23,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas$42,829$48,370-6%#239 of 345#197$25,082
Biology$30,147$48,285-16%#731 of 841#658$26,000
Sociology$34,051$44,935-15%#385 of 462#333$25,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$25,623$44,669-18%#553 of 610#508$25,600
Psychology$28,209$42,947-15%#876 of 1027#789$23,250
Communication and Media Studies$26,411$41,864-26%#613 of 660#581$28,250
Fine and Studio Arts—$36,793-11%#320 of 423#273$26,950

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $151,093
  • Avg rent near campus: $837/mo — vs ~$633/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 28377 (6.7% cap, Red Springs)

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🏆 Where University of North Carolina at Pembroke Ranks

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

🥉
Secondary School Administration/Principalship
of 7 schools
#8
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
of 13 schools
#28
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other
of 67 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,000 $5,000
Room $5,694
Board $5,540
Total Cost (On-Campus) $18,665 $22,665

Financial Aid

88%
Receive Any Aid
58%
Receive Pell Grants
50%
Take Out Loans
$9,687
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,922
$30,001 - $48,000$9,526
$48,001 - $75,000$10,905
$75,001 - $110,000$13,204
$110,001+$15,323

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 532 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 228 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 141 grads/yr Sociology, General 115 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 114 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 113 grads/yr Social Work 107 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 76 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 76 grads/yr Secondary School Administration/Principalship 59 grads/yr College Student Counseling and Personnel Services 49 grads/yr Psychology, General 46 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 45 grads/yr Mass Communication/Media Studies 34 grads/yr Computer Science 29 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 19 grads/yr Chemistry, General 17 grads/yr History, General 15 grads/yr Information Technology 15 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 14 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of North Carolina at Pembroke's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

7,630
Total Students
66%
Women
65%
Traditional Age (18-24)
10%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 38%
Hispanic 9%
Black 29%
Asian 1%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 73%
Off-Campus (Renters) 10%
With Family 17%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~778 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 25%
Hybrid (Some Online) 25%
Fully Online 49%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 65%
25-64 (Adult) 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of North Carolina at Pembroke?
University of North Carolina at Pembroke has an acceptance rate of 92%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of North Carolina at Pembroke?
Tuition at University of North Carolina at Pembroke is $1,000 for in-state students and $5,000 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,687.
What is the graduation rate at University of North Carolina at Pembroke?
The graduation rate at University of North Carolina at Pembroke is 45%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of North Carolina at Pembroke a good school?
University of North Carolina at Pembroke has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of North Carolina at Pembroke?
University of North Carolina at Pembroke has a total enrollment of 7,630 students.
Is there rental demand near University of North Carolina at Pembroke?
Yes! Approximately 10% of students at University of North Carolina at Pembroke live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 778 students who need rental housing near campus.

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