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Western Carolina University
Western Carolina University is a Public, 4 Years+ school located in Cullowhee, NC. The 2019 average net price at Western Carolina University is $15,021. Acceptance rate is 39.66%. The school has a total enrollment of 11,639.
Mission Statement
Quick Facts

Location: | Cullowhee, NC |
Student Body: | 11,639 |
Education Type: | 4 Years+ |
Funding: | Public |
Campus Type: | Rural |
Web Site: | www.wcu.edu |
Acceptance Rate: | 39.66% |
Admission Details
- Acceptance Rate: 39.66%
- Application Deadline: April 1, 2021
- International Students: < 1%
- Application Fee: $65
In State Tuition: | $1,000 |
Out of State/International Tuition: | $5,000 |
In State Grad Tuition: | $4,435 |
Out of State Grad Tuition: | $14,842 |
Room and Board: | $10,103 |
Books and Supplies: | $1,055 |
Other Fees: | $2,926 |
Net Price In-District/State: | $15,021 |
Net Price Out-of-State: | n/a |
Top 5 Popular Programs
- Business, Management, Marketing: 24%
- Health Professions: 19%
- Education: 12%
- Public Admin, Social Services: 6%
- Protective Services: 4%
Academic Programs
Western Carolina University offers 126 Total Programs in Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Certificate Degree Levels. The most popular area of study for students are degrees in Business, Management, Marketing. Choose an area to explore below to see detailed degree programs at each degree level.
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Demographics & Outcomes
- Graduation Rate Within 150% of Time: 59%
- Graduation Rate Within 200% of Time: 59%
- 1st Year Retention: 79%
- Post Graduation Salary: $36,800