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University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Β· Public University

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University of North Carolina at Wilmingt: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of North Carolina at Wilmington is a public research university in Wilmington, North Carolina. It suits students who want a university in the University of North Carolina system with a research-active profile.

  2. What you can study

    The university is a public research university. The programme catalogue is still being compiled, so check the official website for the subjects and degrees currently available.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and confirm the current entry requirements, deadlines, and document list on the official website. The university is part of the University of North Carolina system, so make sure you check any requirements that apply to your applicant category before submitting.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Wilmington will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so plan for those separately.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university is in the United States. Before applying, confirm the language of instruction, visa steps, required academic records, and whether your qualifications need any form of official evaluation with the admissions office.

  6. How it compares

    In a country with 2,515 universities, this is one public research university among many. Its main distinguishing points are its location in Wilmington, its place in the University of North Carolina system, and its R2 classification for doctoral universities with high research activity.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them β€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of North Carolina at Wilmingt

What type of institution is the University of North Carolina at Wilmington?

It is a public research university.

Where is the university located?

It is located in Wilmington, North Carolina, United States.

Is it part of a university system?

Yes. It is part of the University of North Carolina system.

How many students enrolled in 2024?

It enrolled 18,848 undergraduate and graduate students in 2024.

Overview

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, or University of North Carolina at Wilmington, is a public research university in Wilmington, North Carolina. It is part of the University of North Carolina system and enrolled 18,848 undergraduate and graduate students in 2024. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".

Programs at University of North Carolina at Wilmingt

20 programs across 4 study levels.

Professional

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Accountancy, MSAC

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Accountancy, MSAC

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Other

Social Sciences & Psychology

Africana Studies Minor

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

πŸŽ“ Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Africana Studies Minor

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

πŸŽ“ Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology Minor

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

πŸŽ“ Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology Minor

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

πŸŽ“ Full Time

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology, B.A.

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology, B.A.

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.

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