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The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Pembroke, NC 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate90%

UNC Pembroke Admissions

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is not difficult to get into. The university admitted 90% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 3,422 students applied to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke and 3,070 were admitted.

If you are applying to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke, the regular decision application deadline is May 1 and the fee for the application costs $55.

Students who apply to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than September 1.

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of The University of North Carolina at Pembroke's admissions stats.

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 13%
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 1%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 1%
Waitlist No

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action Info Not Available
Regular Decision Yes 5 1 September 1

Considering Applying Early to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke?


**The University of North Carolina at Pembroke does not offer early decision **

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Admissions


How To Get Into The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

It is not difficult to get into UNC Pembroke.

In 2022, UNC Pembroke accepted 90% of students, about 3,070 of the 3,422 students who applied.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like UNC Pembroke, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.

For applicants who are non-residents, getting into The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is not difficult.

Transferring to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Wondering what factors are considered by The University of North Carolina at Pembroke during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Standardized Test Scores Important
Class Rank Considered
Geographical Residence Considered
State Residency Considered

Make sure to check with The University of North Carolina at Pembroke for more information on admission factors.

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Application Requirements

To apply to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with The University of North Carolina at Pembroke's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Other Requirements Statement of good standing from prior institutions
Transcript of High School Record
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2.5

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The University of North Carolina at Pembroke?

Students admitted to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5. The University of North Carolina at Pembroke considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 86% submitted a class rank. At The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 13% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 36% were in the top 25% and 72% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At The University of North Carolina at Pembroke, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 21%
3.75 and 3.99 12%
3.50 and 3.74 13%
3.25 and 3.49 16%
3.00 and 3.24 14%
2.50 and 2.9 22%
2.00 and 2.49 2%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 1% of The University of North Carolina at Pembroke's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 1% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

More Information on Transferring to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 15.

Transfer students can enroll in The University of North Carolina at Pembroke during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

Does The University of North Carolina at Pembroke accept transfer credits?

✅ The University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. The University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke?

❌ No, The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is test optional, so you can decide whether to send your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is The University of North Carolina at Pembroke's acceptance rate?

✅ The University of North Carolina at Pembroke's acceptance rate is 90%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke?

❌ The University of North Carolina at Pembroke does not offer early decision.

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UNC Pembroke Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Less Selective

90%

How hard is it to get into UNC Pembroke? UNC Pembroke is a less selective institution. The UNC Pembroke acceptance rate is 90%. This means that the institution accepts 89 out of every 100 applicants.

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UNC Pembroke Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

May 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Jul 15

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to UNC Pembroke is May 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to UNC Pembroke is Jul 15.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

UNC Pembroke SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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UNC Pembroke GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.46

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At UNC Pembroke, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.46. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

7,666

Campus Setting

Rural

Acceptance Rate

90%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$3,496

Out-of-State

$7,496

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

May 1
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