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Western Carolina University
Cullowhee,
NC
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate85%
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About Western Carolina University
Western Carolina University is a public, state university in the rural area of Cullowhee, North Carolina. Western Carolina University was founded in 1889. The college currently enrolls around 11,635 students a year, including 9,956 undergraduates.
Western Carolina University Acceptance Rate 2021
It is moderately difficult to get into Western Carolina University. Western Carolina University admitted 85% of all applicants in 2021. Out of 17,916 applications received in 2021, 15,203 students were offered admission.
| Western Carolina University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 85% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA Offered but % not available |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 9% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Western Carolina University is located in Cullowhee, North Carolina,.
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College Info
Western Carolina University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Mar 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Jun 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Western Carolina University is Mar 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Western Carolina University is Jun 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Western Carolina University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1050 - 1230
Math SAT Range
500 - 600
Reading SAT Range
520 - 640
Western Carolina University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$16,181
In State$20,181
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$1,000
$5,000
Fees
$3,631
$3,631
Housing
$11,179
$11,179
Books
$371
$371
Student Life
Wondering what life at Western Carolina University is like? There are approximately 11,635 students enrolled at Western Carolina University, including 9,956 undergraduate students and 1,679 graduate students. 81% percent of students attend school full-time, 85% percent are from NC and 15% percent of students are from other states.
81%
Full Time19%
Part Time85%
In State15%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
11,635
Campus Setting
Rural
Acceptance Rate
85%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Mar 1
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