Admissions Overview
The admission process at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has a 17% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $85. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
17%
Very Selective
Application Volume
56,341
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
46%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has a 17% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $85. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$85
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
How to Apply to UNC
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Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. About 26% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,350 to 1,530. Additionally, about 32% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 34.
SAT Scores
26% of students submitted400
1600
1350 – 1530
200
800
670 – 750
200
800
680 – 780
ACT Scores
32% of students submitted1
36
30 – 34
1
36
29 – 35
1
36
27 – 33
Admission Statistics
56,341 students applied to UNC. Of those, 17% were accepted (9,639 students). Of these 9,639 accepted students, 4,435 chose to enroll.
56,341
Total Applicants
9,639
Students Admitted
4,435
Students Enrolled
17%
Acceptance Rate