Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002981
- Phone: (336) 750-2000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
68.71%FINANCIAL AID RATE
88%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
38FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,218Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Western Carolina University (WSSU)
601 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Winston-Salem, NC
Western Carolina University is a public institution located in Cullowhee, North Carolina and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Approximately nine thousand students are enrolled per year at WCU.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs WCU offers:
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Security And Protective Services
- Business And Marketing Studies
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to WCU. Scores between 19 to 24 on the ACT or 1390 to 1660 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase the chance of getting accepted. This school has an acceptance rate of about 39 percent of which only 25 percent chose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at wcu.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay nearly $5,900 and nonresidents pay $16,000 annually. The cost of on-campus housing is about $3,700 annually. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Western Carolina University "Catamounts" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students who would like to get more about Western Carolina University can take a look at their website at http://www.wcu.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates Western Carolina University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Western Carolina University is around 12,000 students, where graduate students make up roughly 19% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $15,000. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $65 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- In-State: $1,000-$1,200
- Out-of-State: $5,000-$6,000
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $170-$210 per unit
- Out-of-State: $320-$380 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 88% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 74% | $6,380 |
Receiving Student Loans | 67% | $6,190 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Western Carolina University may offer student services including:- Online classes
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Western Carolina University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southern Conference)
- Basketball (Southern Conference)
- Track and Field (Southern Conference)
- Football (Southern Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Western Carolina University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B, M)
- Finance (B)
- Human Resources (M)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Information Systems (B)
- Entrepreneurship (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Education
Engineering
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, C, M)
- EMT and Paramedic (B)
- Healthcare Administration (M)
- Physical Therapy (D)
- Dietetics (B)
- Environmental Health (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
- School Psychology (C)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
- Public Administration (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
- Anthropology (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B, M)
- Interior Design (B)
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Western Carolina University.
- University of North Carolina at Asheville in Greensboro, NC (43 miles away)
- University of South Carolina - Upstate in Orangeburg, SC (71 miles away)
- East Tennessee State University in Dyersburg, TN (85 miles away)
- Lander University in Columbia, SC (94 miles away)
- University of South Carolina - Union in Sumter, SC (96 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Browse through our complete list of colleges in North Carolina
- Get a list of all state universities in North Carolina
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002981
- Phone: (336) 750-2000
- School Homepage