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Undergraduate Admissions
Sarah Humphries Nazionale, Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Sarah Humphries Nazionale, Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Address
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
9201 University City Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28223-0001
9201 University City Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28223-0001
Phone
704-687-5507
Email
admissions@charlotte.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Popp Martin Student Union
University Recreation Center
SoVi (South Village Dining Hall)
Dale F. Halton Arena
J. Murrey Atkins Library
The city?s light rail line provides service to the university?s main campus and Center City building. Students have unlimited access to this form of transportation that runs from campus through the center city of Charlotte ending in Pineville.
University Recreation Center
SoVi (South Village Dining Hall)
Dale F. Halton Arena
J. Murrey Atkins Library
The city?s light rail line provides service to the university?s main campus and Center City building. Students have unlimited access to this form of transportation that runs from campus through the center city of Charlotte ending in Pineville.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Charlotte?s Uptown Arts and Entertainment District (North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, Levine Center of the Arts, Harvey B. Gantt Center for African American Arts & Culture, Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Mint Museum)
U.S. National Whitewater Center
NoDa Arts and Entertainment District
Charlotte sports and concert venues (Bank of America Stadium, Spectrum Center Charlotte, PNC Arena)
State recreational parks (Crowders Mountain State Park, Lake Norman State Park)
Shopping areas (Concord Mills, SouthPark Mall, Northlake Mall), Charlotte Motor Speedway, NASCAR Hall of Fame, Carowinds amusement park
U.S. National Whitewater Center
NoDa Arts and Entertainment District
Charlotte sports and concert venues (Bank of America Stadium, Spectrum Center Charlotte, PNC Arena)
State recreational parks (Crowders Mountain State Park, Lake Norman State Park)
Shopping areas (Concord Mills, SouthPark Mall, Northlake Mall), Charlotte Motor Speedway, NASCAR Hall of Fame, Carowinds amusement park
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday - Friday
8:00am-5:00pm
704-687-5507
8:00am-5:00pm
704-687-5507
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length:
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length:
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
N/A
Advance Notice
Other
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Arrangements
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Taxi and bus service is available from most points within the Charlotte Metropolitan area. The closest airport is Charlotte Douglas International about 12 miles west of the University.
The city?s light rail extension line provides service to the university?s main campus and Center City building. Students have unlimited access to this form of transportation that runs from campus through the center city of Charlotte ending in Pineville, NC.
Driving Instructions to Campus
UNC Charlotte is located on state Route 49 approximately 8 miles northeast of uptown Charlotte. It can be reached easily from either interstate 77 or 85.
Local Accommodations
The select hotels listed below are located within a few miles of campus. Mention that you are visiting UNC Charlotte to receive a discounted rate.
UNC Charlotte Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
9041 Robert D. Snyder Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: 704-978-8000
Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte University Place
415 West W.T. Harris Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: 704-593-0700
Fairfield Inn & Suites Charlotte University Research Park
535 Collins Aikman Dr.
Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: 980-483-1200
Hampton Inn Charlotte University Place
8419 N Tryon off West WT Harris Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: 704-548-0905
Hilton Charlotte University Place
8629 JM Keynes Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: 704-547-7444
Homewood Suites
8340 N. Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: 704-549-8800
Hyatt Place
640 University Center Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: 980-256-5500
Sonesta Select Charlotte University Research Park
333 W.T. Harris Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: 704-549-4888
SpringHill Suites Charlotte University Research Park
8700 Research Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: 704-503-4800
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 22,698
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Average HS GPA: 3.57
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
610 - 650
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
560 - 665
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
665 - 1220
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
21 - 27
Testing Policies
Yes
Yes
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Optional
Deadlines
Early Action — November 1
Regular — June 1
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
21:1
Total Faculty
1,553
with Terminal Degree
1,146
804
Women
749
Men
389
Minority
97
International
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
20 - 29
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
48%
Graduate in 5 years
51%
Graduate in 6 years
70%
Majors
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ARCHITECTURE AND RELATED SERVICES.
Architecture.
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
African-American/Black Studies.
Latin American Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business/Managerial Economics.
Finance, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Management Science.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Operations Management and Supervision.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
Information Technology.
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EDUCATION.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching.
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
Special Education and Teaching, Other.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician.
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician.
Engineering Technologies and Engineering-Related Fields, Other.
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician.
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ENGINEERING.
Civil Engineering, General.
Computer Engineering, General.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering.
Systems Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
Writing, General.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Apparel and Textiles.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
French Language and Literature.
German Language and Literature.
Japanese Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
Public Health, General.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
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LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
Legal Professions and Studies, Other.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics and Statistics, Other.
Mathematics, General.
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MILITARY SCIENCE, LEADERSHIP AND OPERATIONAL ART.
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MILITARY TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLIED SCIENCES.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
International/Global Studies.
Mathematics and Computer Science.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Meteorology.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Geography.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Dance, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Graphic Design.
Music Performance, General.
Music, General.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Doctoral
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Doctoral
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Ryan Gellert '94
Patagonia CEO
Alex Highsmith '20
NFL Player - Pittsburgh Steelers
Craig Albert '85
President, Bechtel Corporation
U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson '96
United States House of Representatives North Carolina's 9th congressional district
Chris Lane '07
country music singer and songwriter
Cedric Maxwell '80
Retired NBA Champion - Boston Celtics
Kyle White '13
7th living recipient of the Medal of Honor from the War in Afghanistan
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
48%
Graduate in 5 years
51%
Graduate in 6 years
70%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Sep 30
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$9,042
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$8,803
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,157
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
57%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$26,917
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$7,856
Financial aid provided to international students
No
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$3,812
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$18,474
Required Fees
$3,402
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$600
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$4,764
Transportation for Commuters
$1,100
On-Campus Room and Board
$5,759
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
College/university loans from institutional funds
Federal Perkins Loans
State Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
23,981
Foreign Countries Represented
92
Demographics
10.38%
Asian
16.94%
Black
14.71%
Hispanic
48.45%
Caucasian
1.79%
Unknown
2.33%
International
48% female
52% male
6% are out of state
87% are full time
13% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
26%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
76%
Campus Environment
Large Urban
97/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Frat Sorority
International Student
Other
International Student
Other
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Office of Disability Services
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Gena Smith
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
No
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
2
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
2
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
583
Number of Honor Societies
Number of Social Sororities
18
Number of Religious Organizations
7% join a fraternity
8% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
2% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (49ers)
10 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (49ers)
11 Sports
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
Sustainability
92/99
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
Yes
Car Sharing Program
No
Carpool/Vanpool Matching Program
Yes
Condensed Work Week Option For Employees
Yes
Free Or Reduced Price Transit Passes And/Or Free Campus Shuttle
Yes
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
No
Indoor And Secure Bike Storage, Shower Facilities, And Lockers For Bicycle Commuters
No
Reduced Parking Fees For Car And Van Poolers
Yes
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
Yes
School Developed Bicycle Plan
Yes
School Offers A Telecommute Program For Employees
Yes
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
Yes
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
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