Admissions Overview
The admission process at University of North Carolina School of the Arts has a 33% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $95. University of North Carolina School of the Arts has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
33%
Selective
Application Volume
1,423
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
47%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at University of North Carolina School of the Arts has a 33% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $95. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at University of North Carolina School of the Arts evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$95
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredOther 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.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at University of North Carolina School of the Arts. About 16% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,150 to 1,350. Additionally, about 15% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 24 to 27.
SAT Scores
16% of students submitted400
1600
1150 โ 1350
200
800
600 โ 710
200
800
550 โ 640
ACT Scores
15% of students submitted1
36
24 โ 27
1
36
24 โ 30
1
36
19 โ 30
Admission Statistics
1,423 students applied to UNCSA. Of those, 33% were accepted (471 students). Of these 471 accepted students, 221 chose to enroll.
1,423
Total Applicants
471
Students Admitted
221
Students Enrolled
33%
Acceptance Rate