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Is UNCW a Good School for the Money?

Above Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$138,076 Avg Total Cost

University of North Carolina at Wilmington Value Report

College Factual set out to determine if UNCW is asking a fair price for the quality of education they provide. Keep reading for the detailed value report.

Above Average Value Nationwide

Top 30% National Value
Top 20% National Quality
Good Price

University of North Carolina at Wilmington is ranked #600 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Compared to other schools of similar quality, University of North Carolina at Wilmington is priced well for the kind of quality provided and is thus a good value according to College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking.

National Value Ranking  600 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  73.23 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

We're Looking at a Total Cost of $138,076 for an UNCW Degree

On average, a bachelor's degree from UNCW will cost you about $138,076. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $32,565 and a typical 4.24 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$32,565
Average Years to Graduate4.24
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$138,076

Many Factors Affect Net Price

There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about UNCW cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$81,098 In-State With Aid
$151,936 Avg Cost No Aid
4.24 Years to Graduate

Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into averages.

Look at the table below to get a sense of how UNCW value for your educational dollar might vary.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$151,936#0F
All Students$138,076#600B
Only Students Receiving Aid$123,651#1,057C
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$109,384#F
All Students$95,523#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$81,098#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of North Carolina.

About 72% of UNCW students receive financial aid. Get more details on what UNCW financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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