Admissions Overview
The admission process at University of North Carolina School of the Arts has a 32% 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
32%
Selective
Application Volume
1,139
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
58%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at University of North Carolina School of the Arts has a 32% 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
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Work Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy 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.
How to Apply to UNCSA
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Apply NowTest Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at University of North Carolina School of the Arts. About 13% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,115 to 1,350. Additionally, about 12% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 22 to 30.
SAT Scores
13% of students submitted400
1600
1115 – 1350
200
800
590 – 690
200
800
525 – 660
ACT Scores
12% of students submitted1
36
22 – 30
1
36
22 – 30
1
36
20 – 28
Admission Statistics
1,139 students applied to UNCSA. Of those, 32% were accepted (362 students). Of these 362 accepted students, 210 chose to enroll.
1,139
Total Applicants
362
Students Admitted
210
Students Enrolled
32%
Acceptance Rate