University of North Carolina School of the Arts

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2024 Undergraduate Tuition

$6,497

2024 Average Net Price

$13,140

After Financial Aid

2024 Acceptance Rate

30%

1,438 Applicants

2024 Enrolled Students

1,111

98.6% Full-Time

2024 Graduation Rate

77.8%

189 Graduates

About

University of North Carolina School of the Arts is a higher education institution located in Forsyth County, NC. In 2024, the most popular Bachelors Degree concentrations at University of North Carolina School of the Arts were Cinematography & Film Production (67 degrees awarded), Technical Theatre Design & Technology (64 degrees), and General Drama & Theater Arts (27 degrees).

In 2024, 278 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at University of North Carolina School of the Arts. 61.5% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 38.5% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was white (171 degrees), 4.28 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, hispanic or latino (40 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at University of North Carolina School of the Arts is $6,497, which is $−8,400 less than the national average for Special Focus Institutions ($14,897).

Special Focus Four-Year: Arts, Music & Design Schools Special Focus Institutions

Costs

In 2024, the median undergraduate tuition at University of North Carolina School of the Arts is $6,497, which is $8,400 less than the national average for Special Focus Institutions ($14,897).

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $13,140.

In 2024, 67% of undergraduate students attending University of North Carolina School of the Arts received financial aid through grants. Comparatively, 47% of undergraduate students received financial aid through loans.

Tuition Costs

$6,497

2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of North Carolina School of the Arts was $6,497. The cost of tuition at University of North Carolina School of the Arts is $−8,400 less than than the overall (public and private) national average for Special Focus Institutions ($14,897).

This chart compares the tuition costs of University of North Carolina School of the Arts (in red) with those of other similar universities.

Average Net Price

$13,140

2024 Value

17.7%

1 Year Growth

In 2024 University of North Carolina School of the Arts had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $13,140. Between 2023 and 2024, the average net price of University of North Carolina School of the Arts grew by 17.7%.

This chart compares the average net price of University of North Carolina School of the Arts (in red) with that of other similar universities.

Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Other Student Expenses

$13,410

Room and Board

$1,440

Books and Supplies

The average yearly cost of room and board at University of North Carolina School of the Arts was of $13,410 in 2024. The cost of room and board increased by 3.94% between 2023 and 2024.

During the same period, the average yearly cost of books and supplies was $1,440. The cost of books and supplies increased by 3.97% during the same period.

This chart compares the average student costs at University of North Carolina School of the Arts (in red) with that of similar universities.

Financial Aid by Income Level

67%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

47%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

67% of undergraduate students at University of North Carolina School of the Arts received financial aid through grants or loans in 2024. This represents a growth of 0% with respect to 2023, when 67% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at University of North Carolina School of the Arts (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Admissions

University of North Carolina School of the Arts received 1,438 undergraduate applications in 2024, which represents a 1.05% annual growth. Out of those 1,438 applicants, 431 students were accepted for enrollment, representing a 30% acceptance rate.

There were 1,111 students enrolled at University of North Carolina School of the Arts in 2024. 11% of first-time enrollees submitted SAT scores with their applications.

University of North Carolina School of the Arts has an overall enrollment yield of 55.5%, which represents the number of admitted students who ended up enrolling.

Acceptance Rate

30%

Acceptance Rate in 2024

431

Accepted Out of 1,438

In 2024, the undergraduate acceptance rate of University of North Carolina School of the Arts was 30% (431 admissions from 1,438 applications). This is lower than the acceptance rate of 2023, which was 33.1%. Between 2023 and 2024, the number of applicants grew by 1.05%, while admissions declined by 8.49%.

This chart compares the acceptance rate of University of North Carolina School of the Arts (in red) with that of other similar universities, and the chart below shows the acceptance rate by gender.

SAT Scores

11%

Submission Percentage (2024)

Scores Submitted (2024)

11% of enrolled first-time students at University of North Carolina School of the Arts in 2024 submitted SAT scores with their applications.

The following chart shows the average SAT scores for the 25th, 50th, and 75th percentile of applicants for each section of the test that they are evaluated on.

Enrollment

University of North Carolina School of the Arts had a total enrollment of 1,111 students in 2024. The full-time enrollment at University of North Carolina School of the Arts is 1,095 students and the part-time enrollment is 16. This means that 98.6% of students enrolled at University of North Carolina School of the Arts are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at University of North Carolina School of the Arts, both undergraduate and graduate, is 53.1% White, 11.7% Hispanic or Latino, 8.37% Black or African American, 6.12% Two or More Races, 2.52% Asian, 0.09% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.09% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders.

Students enrolled at University of North Carolina School of the Arts in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly White Female (33.1%), followed by White Male (23.2%) and Hispanic or Latino Female (8.73%). Students enrolled in full-time Graduate programs are most commonly White Female (30.5%), followed by White Male (24.6%) and Black or African American Male (4.79%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

98.6%

Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at University of North Carolina School of the Arts in 2024, both undergraduate and graduate, is 1,111 students. The full-time enrollment at University of North Carolina School of the Arts is 1,095 and the part-time enrollment is 16. This means that 98.6% of students enrolled at University of North Carolina School of the Arts are enrolled full-time compared with 74.1% at similar Special Focus Institutions.

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at University of North Carolina School of the Arts (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

93%

2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at University of North Carolina School of the Arts was 93%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar Special Focus Institutions (76%), University of North Carolina School of the Arts had a retention rate higher than its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at University of North Carolina School of the Arts (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

Most Common Race or Ethnicity (2024)

White
590 enrolled students
Hispanic or Latino
130 enrolled students
Black or African American
93 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at University of North Carolina School of the Arts is 53.1% White, 11.7% Hispanic or Latino, 8.37% Black or African American, 6.12% Two or More Races, 2.52% Asian, 0.09% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.09% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all Special Focus Institutions is 39.9% White, 19.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 17% Black or African American.

Any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis is categorized as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the share of those students are shown in the chart below. Additionally, 141 students (12.7%) did not report their race.

Graduates

In 2024, 64 more women than men received degrees from University of North Carolina School of the Arts. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at University of North Carolina School of the Arts is white (171 degrees awarded). There were 4.28 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, hispanic or latino (40 degrees).

The most common Bachelor's Degree concentration at University of North Carolina School of the Arts is Cinematography & Film Production (67 degrees awarded), followed by Technical Theatre Design & Technology (64 degrees) and General Drama & Theater Arts (27 degrees).

In 2024, the most specialized majors across all degree types at University of North Carolina School of the Arts, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Visual & Performing Arts (278 degrees awarded).

Common Jobs by Major

Graphic designers

Most Common Job

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at University of North Carolina School of the Arts are Graphic designers (94,402 people), Other managers (83,955 people), Elementary & middle school teachers (78,489 people), Other designers (59,536 people), and Postsecondary teachers (56,068 people).

The most specialized majors at University of North Carolina School of the Arts in 2024 are Visual & Performing Arts (278 degrees awarded) (as of 2024).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

Surgeons

Highest Paying Job

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at University of North Carolina School of the Arts are Surgeons, Physicians, Crossing guards, Dentists, and Economists

The most specialized majors at University of North Carolina School of the Arts are Visual & Performing Arts (278 degrees awarded) (as of 2024).

Common Industries by Major

Elementary & secondary schools

Most Common Industry

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at University of North Carolina School of the Arts are Elementary & secondary schools (185,954 people), Colleges, universities & professional schools, including junior colleges (130,506 people), Computer Systems Design (84,660 people), Specialized design services (58,910 people), and General medical and surgical hospitals, and specialty (except psychiatric and substance abuse) hospitals (52,514 people).

The most specialized majors at University of North Carolina School of the Arts are Visual & Performing Arts (278 degrees awarded) (as of 2024).

Majors Awarded

IPEDS uses the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) standard, so the categories may not match the exact concentrations offered by University of North Carolina School of the Arts.

Most Common (2024)

Cinematography & Film Production
67 degrees awarded
Technical Theatre Design & Technology
64 degrees awarded
General Drama & Theater Arts
27 degrees awarded

In 2024, the most common bachelors degree concentration at University of North Carolina School of the Arts was Cinematography & Film Production with 67 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from bachelors degree programs at University of North Carolina School of the Arts according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

107

Degrees Awarded to Men

in 2024

171

Degrees Awarded to Women

in 2024

In 2024, 107 degrees were awarded to men at University of North Carolina School of the Arts, which is 0.626 times less than the number of degrees awarded to females (171).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at University of North Carolina School of the Arts by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2024, 40 degrees were awarded to men at University of North Carolina School of the Arts in Cinematography & Film Production, which is 0.833 times less than the 48 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2024, 61 degrees were awarded to men at University of North Carolina School of the Arts in Technical Theatre Design & Technology, which is 2.1 times more than the 29 male recipients with that same degree.

Time to Complete

81%

100% Completion Time

82%

150% Completion Time

In 2024, 81% of students graduating from University of North Carolina School of the Arts completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e. 4 years for a 4-year degree). Comparatively, 82% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 82% within 200%.

The following chart shows these completion rates over time compared to the average for the Special Focus Institutions Carnegie Classification group.

Graduation rate is defined as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within a specific percentage of "normal time" to completion for their program.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

Most Common Student Race or Ethnicity (2024)

White
171 degrees awarded
Hispanic or Latino
40 degrees awarded
Black or African American
25 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at University of North Carolina School of the Arts is white (171 degrees awarded). There were 4.28 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, hispanic or latino (40 degrees).

1.8% of degree recipients (5 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

Most Common Sex Demographic (2024)

White Female
126 degrees awarded
White Female
110 degrees awarded
White Female
103 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at University of North Carolina School of the Arts is white female (126 degrees awarded). There were 1.15 times more white female recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white female (110 degrees).

Operations

University of North Carolina School of the Arts has an endowment valued at nearly $136M, as of the end of the 2024 fiscal year. The return on its endowment was of 7.22M (5.32%) compared to the 2.96% average return (416k on 14.1M) across all Special Focus Institutions.

In 2024, University of North Carolina School of the Arts had a total salary expenditure of 98.2M. University of North Carolina School of the Arts employs 51 Assistant professors, 40 Professors and 34 Associate professors. Most academics at University of North Carolina School of the Arts are Male Professor (28), Male Assistant professor (27), and Female Assistant professor (24).

The most common positions for non-instructional staff at University of North Carolina School of the Arts are: Service, with 67 employees, Management, with 60 employees, and Office and Administrative Support with 58 employees.

Endowment

$136M

2024 Endowment

10.3%

growth from 2023

University of North Carolina School of the Arts has an endowment valued at about $136M, as of the end of the 2024 fiscal year. The endowment of University of North Carolina School of the Arts grew 10.3% from the previous year. The value of their endowment was $122M higher than than the median endowment of Special Focus Institutions according to the Carnegie Classification grouping.

This line chart shows how the endowment at University of North Carolina School of the Arts (in red) compares to that of some similar universities.

The small bar chart below shows the endowment quintiles for all universities in the Special Focus Four-Year: Arts, Music & Design Schools Carnegie Classification grouping.

Salary Expenditure

$34.4M

2024 Salaries

5.01%

growth from 2023

In 2024, University of North Carolina School of the Arts paid a median of $34.4M in salaries, which represents 35% of their overall expenditure ($98.2M) and a 5.01% growth from the previous year. This is compared to a 5.19% growth between 2022 and 2023, and a 7.58% growth between 2021 and 2022.

Instructional Salaries

$11M

Instructional Salaries

135

Number of Employees

In 2024, University of North Carolina School of the Arts paid a total of $11M to 135 employees working as instructors, which represents 31.9% of all salaries paid.

This is compared to a median of $213k (6.38%) for similar Special Focus Institutions.

Occupations by Share

In 2024, the most common positions for non-instructional staff at University of North Carolina School of the Arts were Service with 67 employees, Management with 60 employees, and Office and Administrative Support with 58 employees.

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