Admissions Overview
The admission process at University of North Carolina Wilmington has a 74% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. University of North Carolina Wilmington has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
74%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
17,370
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
21%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at University of North Carolina Wilmington has a 74% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at University of North Carolina Wilmington evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$80
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredHigh School Class Rank
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
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 Wilmington. About 7% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,220 to 1,360. Additionally, about 16% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 24 to 28.
SAT Scores
7% of students submitted400
1600
1220 โ 1360
200
800
620 โ 690
200
800
600 โ 670
ACT Scores
16% of students submitted1
36
24 โ 28
1
36
23 โ 28
1
36
23 โ 28
Admission Statistics
17,370 students applied to UNCW. Of those, 74% were accepted (12,856 students). Of these 12,856 accepted students, 2,701 chose to enroll.
17,370
Total Applicants
12,856
Students Admitted
2,701
Students Enrolled
74%
Acceptance Rate