University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC · public
Official site ↗Admissions
| Admit rate | 74% |
| Applicants | — |
| Middle-50% SAT | 1220–1360 |
| Middle-50% ACT | 24–28 |
| Avg GPA | — |
| Test policy | — |
| Avg net price / yr | $19,472 |
| Grad rate | 71% |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $54,967 |
| Source | scorecard_bulk · 2025 |
Application requirements
| Early Action | 2025-11-01 |
| Regular / Rolling | 2026-02-01 |
| Application fee | $80 (US) · $80 (intl) |
| Personal essay | Required |
| Test policy | sometimes required |
Source: Common App first-year Requirements Grid, 2025-26 cycle. Confirm on the college's site — requirements can change mid-cycle.
Supplemental essays
- Reflect on your identity, including your background and experiences, and how you envision your identity contributing to the UNCW community. (250 words)· ~250 words
- After researching the Honors College opportunities at UNCW, explain how the Honors College will enhance your specific experience at UNCW. (300 words)· ~300 words
Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).