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University of North Carolina at Charlotte

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Overview

Established in 1946, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Charlotte (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), North Carolina. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 78-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNC Charlotte also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of North Carolina at Charlotte' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym UNC Charlotte
Founded 1946
Colours Green and white
Mascot Norm the Niner
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University Location

Address 9201 University City Boulevard
Charlotte
28223-0001 North Carolina
United States
University of North Carolina at Charlotte's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of North Carolina at Charlotte Phone Number +1 (704) 687 8622
University of North Carolina at Charlotte Fax Number +1 (704) 687 3279

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of North Carolina at Charlotte's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of North Carolina at Charlotte's admission information.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of North Carolina at Charlotte a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of North Carolina at Charlotte's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte has more than 1300 international students.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Admission Office Admission Office

9201 University City Boulevard
Charlotte 28223-0001
(704) 687 3366


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of North Carolina at Charlotte has an enrollment range of 25,000-29,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Control Type Control Type

University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a public higher education institution.


University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Entity Type Entity Type

University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of North Carolina at Charlotte does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, large, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Balanced arts & sciences/professions, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: STEM-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of North Carolina at Charlotte's main facilities:


University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Library

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 761,111 physical volumes, 80,885 physical media, 106,539 digital/electronic media and 462 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 123 full-time employees, including 39 librarians. University of North Carolina at Charlotte's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 5,983 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of North Carolina at Charlotte's main services:


University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of North Carolina at Charlotte is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1957


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of North Carolina at Charlotte's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)
  • American Chemical Society (ACS)
  • Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission (ANSAC) of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET
  • Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET
  • National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA)
  • Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of North Carolina at Charlotte's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • University of North Carolina System (UNC System)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Facebook page University of North Carolina at Charlotte's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's X (formerly Twitter) page University of North Carolina at Charlotte's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's YouTube channel University of North Carolina at Charlotte's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Instagram page University of North Carolina at Charlotte's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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