College Report Card: University Of North Carolina - Wilmington
University Of North Carolina - Wilmington Contact Information:
School Name:
University Of North Carolina - Wilmington
Street Address:
601 S College Rd
City, State & Zip:
Wilmington, NC 28403-596
Location On Map:
General Phone #:
9109623000
Financial Aid Phone #:
9109623177
Admissions Phone #:
9109623243
Website:
University Of North Carolina - Wilmington General Characteristics:
Type of Institution:
Public, 4-year or above
General Types Of
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
Academic - Instructional program leading toward an associate's, bachelor's, master's, doctor's, or first-professional degree or resulting in credits that can be applied to one of these degrees.
School Classification:
Masters Colleges and Universities I
(Offers a wide range of baccalaureate programs, and are committed to graduate education through the master’s degree. They award 40 or more master’s degrees per year across three or more disciplines. )
(Offers a wide range of baccalaureate programs, and are committed to graduate education through the master’s degree. They award 40 or more master’s degrees per year across three or more disciplines. )
School Calendar System:
Semester - Consists of two semesters during the academic year with about 16 weeks for each semester of instruction. There may be an additional summer session.
Highest Level Of Offering:
Doctor's degree
Offers Undergraduate Degrees Or Certificates:
Yes
Offers Graduate Degrees:
Yes
Offers First-Proffesional Programs:
No
Credit Accpeted For 'Life Experiences':
No
Advanced placement (AP) Credits Accepted:
Yes
'Dual Credit' Accepted:
Yes
Federal Financial Aid Available:
Eligible students may receive federal financial aid:
Federal Pell Grant Program -
(More Info?)
A grant program for undergraduate students with financial need. (Close)
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Program -
(More Info?)
A Campus-Based Program that provides grant assistance to needy undergraduate students. Priority in awarding Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) funds is given to students who have exceptional financial need and are Federal Pell grant recipients. (Close)
Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program -
(More Info?)
A campus-based, federally funded employment program that provides paid jobs for students with financial need. (Close)
Federal Perkins Loan Program -
(More Info?)
This campus-based loan program provides low-interest student loans to students with financial need. (Close)
Federal Direct Loan Program -
(More Info?)
A federal program in which the U.S. government (not a commercial lender) provides four types of education loans to student and parent borrowers directly through schools:
These loans are referred to collectively as Direct Loans. The same types of loans are available through the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program, but in that program, commercial lenders provide the funds to eligible students. (Close)
- Federal Direct Stafford Loan (subsidized, for students)
- Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan (for students)
- Federal Direct PLUS Loan (for parents)
- Federal Direct Consolidation Loan (for students and parents)
These loans are referred to collectively as Direct Loans. The same types of loans are available through the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program, but in that program, commercial lenders provide the funds to eligible students. (Close)
Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program -
(More Info?)
A federal loan program under which commercial lenders provide education loans to student and parent borrowers. The program offers four types of loans: Federal Direct Stafford Loan (subsidized, for students), Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan (for students), Federal Direct PLUS Loan (for parents), Federal Direct Consolidation Loan (for students and parents). All of these are long-term loans insured by state or private nonprofit guaranty agencies that are reimbursed by the federal government for all or part of any insurance claims paid to lenders. This guarantee replaces the collateral or security usually required with long-term consumer loans. (The same types of loans are available through the Federal Direct Loan Program, but in that program, the U.S government provides the funds directly through schools.) (Close)
Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) Program -
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A Title IV gift-aid program jointly funded by the federal government and participating states. It provides state scholarship or grant assistance to students who show financial need. Formerly called the State Student Incentive Grant (SSIG) Program. (Close)
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program -
(More Info?)
A Title IV financial aid program that makes scholarships available to full-time postsecondary students with exceptional ability and promise. Students apply for the merit-based scholarships through their state education agencies. (Close)
Other General Characteristics:
Geographic Region:
Southeast
Degree Of Urbanization: Mid-size city
Institution Has Own Library
Institution Executive: Rosemary DePaolo, Chancellor
Degree Of Urbanization: Mid-size city
Institution Has Own Library
Institution Executive: Rosemary DePaolo, Chancellor
University Of North Carolina - Wilmington Mission Statement:
The University of North Carolina at Wilmington is a public comprehensive university dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship and artistic achievement, and service. Through the College of Arts and Sciences, the professional schools, and the graduate school, the university seeks to stimulate intellectual curiosity, imagination, rational thinking, and thoughtful expression in a broad range of disciplines and professional fields. Of prime importance is the university's commitment to undergraduate teaching. The humanities, the arts, the natural and mathematical sciences, and the behavioral and social sciences comprise the core of the undergraduate curriculum. Strong graduate programs complement the undergraduate curriculum. The university considers scholarly practice, research, and creative activities essential for effective learning. UNCW encourages public access to its educational programs and is committed to diversity, international perspectives, community and regional service, and the integration of technology throughout the university. It strives to create a safe and secure environment in which students, faculty, and staff can develop interests, skills, and talents to the fullest extent. UNCW seeks to make optimum use of available resources and to celebrate, study, and protect the rich heritage, the quality of life, and the environment of the coastal region in which it is located.
Statement Adopted by the UNCW Board of Trustees on July 21, 2000
University Of North Carolina - Wilmington
Degrees & Certificates Offered -
By Level:
Bachelor's degree Postbaccalaureate certificate Master's degree Doctor's degreeUniversity Of North Carolina - Wilmington
Degrees & Certificates Offered -
By Award / Degree:
The following represents degrees that were awarded by University Of North Carolina - Wilmington between July 1, 2003 and June 30, 2004. Please note that the school may no longer offer any single degree program listed here and / or may offer additional new programs not shown below. Please verify with University Of North Carolina - Wilmington that the program you are looking for is still available.
University Of North Carolina - Wilmington Special Learning Oppertunities:
Cooperative (work-study) program
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Teacher certification:
Below the postsecondary level
Below the postsecondary level
Teacher certification:
Students can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization.
Students can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization.
Teacher certifcation:
Approved by the state for initial certifcation or licensure of teachers.
Approved by the state for initial certifcation or licensure of teachers.
University Of North Carolina - Wilmington Student Services Offered:
Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
University Of North Carolina - Wilmington Estimated Student Expenses:
Undergraduate Tution, Fees, Other Charges:
In-District:
Tuition: $1928
Required Fees: $1698
Per Credit Hour Charge: $151
Required Fees: $1698
Per Credit Hour Charge: $151
In-State:
Tuition: $1928
Required Fees: $1698
Per Credit Hour Charge: $151
Required Fees: $1698
Per Credit Hour Charge: $151
Out-Of-State:
Tuition: $11638
Required Fees: $1698
Per Credit Hour Charge: $556
Required Fees: $1698
Per Credit Hour Charge: $556
Graduate Program Tution, Fees, Other Charges:
In-District:
Tuition: $2004
Required Fees: $1698
Per Credit Hour Charge: $206
Required Fees: $1698
Per Credit Hour Charge: $206
In-State:
Tuition: $2004
Required Fees: $1698
Per Credit Hour Charge: $206
Required Fees: $1698
Per Credit Hour Charge: $206
Out-Of-State:
Tuition: $11841
Required Fees: $1698
Per Credit Hour Charge: $752
Required Fees: $1698
Per Credit Hour Charge: $752
Other General Charges - 2004-05:
Books & Supplies:
$1000
On Campus - Room and Board:
$6252
On Campus - Other Expenses:
$2000
Off Campus (Not With Family) - Room and Board:
$6200
Off Campus (Not With Family) - Other Expenses:
$2000
Off Campus (Living With Family) - Other Expenses:
$2000
Specialty Program Charges & Fees:
University Of North Carolina - Wilmington Undergraduate Financial Aid Details - Fall 2004:
Total Number Of Undergraduates, All Years:
10124
Number Of Undergraduates:
1768 (17% of all undergrads)
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Any Financial Aid:
1204 (68%)
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Federal Grant Aid:
330 (19%)
Average Amount: $2705
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving State Or Local Grant Aid:
564 (32%)
Average Amount: $1565
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Institutional Grant Aid:
201 (11%)
Average Amount: $3054
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Loan Aid:
861 (49%)
Average Amount: $3401
Average Amount: $3401
University Of North Carolina - Wilmington Admissions Details:
Has Application Fee?
Yes:
Undergraduate Application Fee: $45
Graduate Application Fee: $45
Undergraduate Application Fee: $45
Graduate Application Fee: $45
Admissions Considerations:
Secondary School GPA:
Required
Secondary School Rank:
Recommended
Secondary School
Record:
Record:
Required
Completion Of College
Prepatory Program:
Prepatory Program:
Required
Recommendations:
Recommended
Formal Demonstration
of Competencies:
of Competencies:
Neither required nor recommended
Admission test scores
(ACT / SAT):
(ACT / SAT):
Required
TOEFL (Test of English
as a Foreign Language):
as a Foreign Language):
Required
Fall 2003 Undergraduate Admissions Details:
Number Of Applicants:Men: 3188
Women: 5137
Total: 8325
Women: 5137
Total: 8325
Number Admitted:Men: 1594
Women: 2928
Total: 4522
Women: 2928
Total: 4522
Number Who Enrolled Full Time:
Men: 633
Women: 1135
Total: 1768
Women: 1135
Total: 1768
Number Who Enrolled Part Time:
Men: 1
Women: 3
Total: 4
Women: 3
Total: 4
Fall 2003 Test Score Details:
Number Students Submitting SAT Scores:
1751 (99%)
Number Students Submitting ACT Scores:
325 (18%)
SAT Verbal Scores:25th Percentile - 500
75th Percentile - 590
75th Percentile - 590
SAT Math Scores:25th Percentile - 520
75th Percentile - 610
75th Percentile - 610
ACT Composite Scores:25th Percentile - 20
75th Percentile - 24
75th Percentile - 24
ACT Verbal Scores25th Percentile - 19
75th Percentile - 25
75th Percentile - 25
ACT Math Scores25th Percentile - 19
75th Percentile - 25
75th Percentile - 25
University Of North Carolina - Wilmington Enrollment Information:
Students:
11574
Undergraduate Students:
10514
Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
10130
First Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
1897
Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking, Other Degree / Certificate, Students:
8233
Undergraduate NON-Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
384
Graduate Students:
1060
Full Time Students:
9868
Full Time Undergraduate Students:
9493
Full Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
9402
Full Time First Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
1891
Full Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking, Other Degree / Certificate, Students:
7511
Full Time Undergraduate NON-Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
91
Full Time Graduate Students:
375
Part Time Students:
1706
Part Time Undergraduate Students:
1021
Part Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
728
Part Time First Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
6
Part Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking, Other Degree / Certificate, Students:
722
Part Time Undergraduate NON-Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
293
Part Time Graduate Students:
685
University Of North Carolina - Wilmington Accreditation:
Institiution is acreddited by a body recognized by the US Department of Educationand is on the list of National Institutional and Specialized Accrediting Bodies.
Accredited By A Regional Accreditation Agency: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Comm. on Colleges
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