University of North Carolina at Pembroke
About University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UNC Pembroke is a public university in Pembroke, North Carolina. It was originally founded to serve the Lumbee Tribe and today offers programs in education, business, nursing, and social work for a diverse student body.
Founded
1887
Location
Pembroke, North Carolina
Students
7,567
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
93.3%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
43.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,648
Out-of-state: $7,648
Avg Net Price
$10,260
After financial aid
SAT Average
1056
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$43,407
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Jul 15
University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepts the majority of applicants at 93.3%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1056/ 1600
ACT Scores
19/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
43.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
71.6%
4-Year Grad
24%
6-Year Grad
43%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
73.2%
$/Student
$7.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 24% graduation rate is below average, but 71.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,648
In-State
$7,648
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,858
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,261
After Financial Aid
$10,260
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,919
Receive Grants
50.1%
Take Loans
42.6%
The full cost of attendance is about $17,261/yr for in-state students, including $11,858 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $10,260. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $7,648.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of North Carolina at Pembroke fund their education.
While in School
50.1%
Get Grants
Free money
42.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$31,200
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $43K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of North Carolina at Pembroke.
Gender
62.7%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,330
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,237
Graduates
36.6%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
33.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 36.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
5,330
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of North Carolina at Pembroke fields 10 varsity teams with 553 student athletes, about 10% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Conference Carolinas
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
553
10% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
67% / 33%
370
Men
183
Women
5
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of North Carolina at Pembrokeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,407
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$40K
209 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$37K
198 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$36K
146 grads
1yr Earnings
Sociology
$34K
146 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$30K
115 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$26K
85 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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