Getting in
For Fall 2025, 27,218 first-year students applied to UNC Charlotte, 21,170 were admitted and 4,934 enrolled: an acceptance rate of 77.8%.
Source: UNC Charlotte Common Data Set 2025-2026 (opens in a new tab), section C1. Read Oct 1, 2026.
By residency, first-year applicants, Fall 2025
| Applicants | Applied | Admitted | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-state | 18,398 | 15,202 | 82.6% |
| Out-of-state | 8,106 | 5,419 | 66.9% |
| International | 714 | 549 | 76.9% |
Source: UNC Charlotte Common Data Set 2025-2026 (opens in a new tab), section C1, residency table. Read Oct 1, 2026.
By school or major. UNC Charlotte's Common Data Set reports one first-year acceptance rate for the whole university, with no rate by college or major.
Source: UNC Charlotte Common Data Set 2025-2026 (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Early action. UNC Charlotte has no early decision plan. Its early action plan is not restrictive, and the Common Data Set does not report how many applied or were admitted early, so it gives no early acceptance rate.
Source: UNC Charlotte Common Data Set 2025-2026 (opens in a new tab), sections C21 and C22. Read Oct 1, 2026.
Programs with extra requirements
For students applying in fall 2026, entering fall 2027
You apply to UNC Charlotte and name a major. Some majors ask for more:
- Business, Nursing, Computer Science and Engineering. Competitive majors that require an above average academic profile. If you are competitive for the university but not for one of these majors, you may be admitted as an undeclared student.
Source: UNC Charlotte Admissions, Application Review (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
- Artificial Intelligence. Admission is competitive. Freshmen need a minimum 2.5 GPA and, if admissible, an SAT math score of 530 or an ACT math score of 22.
Source: UNC Charlotte 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog, Artificial Intelligence, B.S. (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
- Architecture. A secondary application to the School of Architecture after you declare Architecture on your university application. For early action, part two is due November 15, 2026; the final deadline is February 15, 2027.
Source: UNC Charlotte School of Architecture, Undergraduate Admissions (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
- Art and Graphic Design. An entrance portfolio, due February 10, 2027 at noon. The department admits new art and graphic design majors for fall semesters only.
Source: UNC Charlotte Department of Art & Art History, Admissions (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
- Music. An entrance audition. In-person audition dates for 2027 are January 23, February 6, February 20 (the scholarship consideration deadline) and March 20; video auditions are also accepted.
Source: UNC Charlotte Department of Music, Admissions (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Source: UNC Charlotte Admissions, Application Requirements & Deadlines (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Majors
83 majors across 9 schools. Every bachelor's degree major in UNC Charlotte's official 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog, grouped by the college that offers it, with the degree it leads to. Concentrations are folded into their major. Minors, certificates and graduate programs are left out.
College of Arts + Architecture9
- Art (B.A.)Extra requirement: Entrance portfolio required, due February 10, 2027.
- Art (B.F.A.)Extra requirement: Entrance portfolio required, due February 10, 2027.
- Art History (B.A.)
- Dance (B.A.)
- Graphic Design (B.F.A.)Extra requirement: Entrance portfolio required, due February 10, 2027.
- Music (B.A.)Extra requirement: Entrance audition required.
- Music (B.M.)Extra requirement: Entrance audition required.
- Theatre (B.A.)
- Architecture (B.A.)Extra requirement: Secondary application to the School of Architecture, due November 15 for early action and February 15.
Source: UNC Charlotte 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog, Academic Programs (by college) (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
College of Business10
- Accounting (B.S.)
- Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)
- Business Analytics (B.S.B.A.)
- Economics (B.S.)
- Finance (B.S.B.A.)
- International Business (B.S.B.A.)
- Management (B.S.B.A.)
- Management Information Systems (B.S.B.A.)
- Marketing (B.S.B.A.)
- Operations and Supply Chain Management (B.S.B.A.)
Source: UNC Charlotte 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog, Academic Programs (by college) (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
College of Computing and Informatics5
- Computer Science (B.S.)
- Computer Science (B.A.)
- Data Science (B.S.)
- Sports Analytics (B.S.)
- Artificial Intelligence (B.S.)Listed under the college's other programs in the catalog.Extra requirement: Competitive: minimum 2.5 GPA and SAT math 530 or ACT math 22.
Source: UNC Charlotte 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog, Academic Programs (by college) (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
College of Education5
- Early Childhood Education and Intervention (B.A.)
- Elementary Education (B.A.)
- Middle Grades Education (B.A.)
- Special Education (B.A.)
- Special Education General Curriculum and Elementary Education K-6 (B.A.)A dual program in special education and elementary education.
Source: UNC Charlotte 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog, Academic Programs (by college) (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
College of Engineering12
- Civil Engineering (B.S.C.E.)
- Civil Engineering Technology (B.S.E.T.)
- Computer Engineering (B.S.CP.E.)
- Construction Management (B.S.C.M.)
- Electrical Engineering (B.S.E.E.)
- Electromechanical Engineering Technology (B.S.E.T.)
- Environmental Engineering (B.S.)
- Fire and Safety Engineering Technology (B.S.E.T.)
- Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E.)
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (B.S.E.T.)
- Systems Engineering (B.S.S.E.)
- Construction Engineering (B.S.)
Source: UNC Charlotte 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog, Academic Programs (by college) (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
College of Health and Human Services6
- Exercise Science (B.S.)
- Health Systems Management (B.S.)
- Nursing (B.S.N.)
- Public Health (B.S.P.H.)
- Respiratory Therapy (B.S.R.T.)
- Social Work (B.S.W.)
Source: UNC Charlotte 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog, Academic Programs (by college) (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences25
- Africana Studies (B.A.)
- Anthropology (B.A.)
- Communication Studies (B.A.)
- Criminal Justice (B.A.)
- Earth and Environmental Sciences (B.S.)
- English (B.A.)
- Environmental Studies (B.A.)
- French (B.A.)
- Geography (B.A.)
- Geography (B.S.)
- Geology (B.S.)
- German (B.A.)
- History (B.A.)
- Interdisciplinary Studies (B.A.)
- Global Studies (B.A.)
- Japanese Studies (B.A.)
- Latin American Studies (B.A.)
- Meteorology (B.S.)
- Philosophy (B.A.)
- Political Science (B.A.)
- Psychology (B.S.)
- Religious Studies (B.A.)
- Sociology (B.A.)
- Spanish (B.A.)
- Writing (B.A.)
Source: UNC Charlotte 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog, Academic Programs (by college) (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
College of Science10
- Biology (B.A.)
- Biology (B.S.)
- Chemistry (B.A.)
- Chemistry (B.S.)
- Mathematics (B.A.)
- Mathematics (B.S.)
- Mathematics for Business (B.A.)
- Mathematics for Business (B.S.)
- Physics (B.A.)
- Physics (B.S.)
Source: UNC Charlotte 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog, Academic Programs (by college) (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
School of Professional Studies1
- Professional Studies (B.S.)
Source: UNC Charlotte 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog, Academic Programs (by college) (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Source: UNC Charlotte Department of Art & Art History, Admissions (opens in a new tab), for the extra requirements. Read Oct 1, 2026.
Source: UNC Charlotte Department of Music, Admissions (opens in a new tab), for the extra requirements. Read Oct 1, 2026.
Source: UNC Charlotte School of Architecture, Undergraduate Admissions (opens in a new tab), for the extra requirements. Read Oct 1, 2026.
Source: UNC Charlotte 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog, Artificial Intelligence, B.S. (opens in a new tab), for the extra requirements. Read Oct 1, 2026.
Deadlines for Fall 2027
For students applying in fall 2026, entering fall 2027
| Plan | Apply by | Decision | Binding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Action | November 1 | By January 30 | No |
| Regular Decision | February 1 | By April 1 | No |
| After February 1 | As space allows | After April 1, as space allows | No |
Transcripts, the $75 fee or a fee waiver, the essay and any test scores must arrive within two weeks of the deadline (November 15 or February 15) for a decision by the notification date. Deadlines that fall on a weekend move to 11:59 p.m. the following Monday.
Source: UNC Charlotte Admissions, Application Requirements & Deadlines (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Decisions are non-binding.
Source: UNC Charlotte Admissions, Application Requirements & Deadlines (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Testing
For students applying in fall 2026, entering fall 2027
For fall 2027, SAT or ACT scores are required only from applicants with a weighted GPA of 2.8 or lower; everyone else may apply without them or self-report scores. The pages differ at exactly 2.8: the application review page says test optional at 2.8 or higher, and the Common Data Set says scores are required below 2.80. The CLT is an optional extra and cannot replace a required SAT or ACT.
Source: UNC Charlotte Admissions, Application Requirements & Deadlines (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
The Common Data Set marks the SAT or ACT as required for some fall 2027 applicants, those with a weighted high school GPA less than 2.80, with scores due by June 1.
Source: UNC Charlotte Common Data Set 2025-2026 (opens in a new tab), section C8. Read Oct 1, 2026.
Applying next year?
For students applying in fall 2027, entering fall 2028
Not announced yet. When we checked UNC Charlotte's admission pages on October 1, 2026, we found no announced changes for fall 2028 entry. The deadlines and rules above are for fall 2027 entry.
Source: UNC Charlotte Admissions, Application Requirements & Deadlines (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Cost, and what families paid after aid
The published cost of a year at UNC Charlotte, 2026-2027:
| Item | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,926 | $22,018 |
| Required fees | $3,285 | $3,285 |
| Loan fees | $103 | $103 |
| Books and supplies | $600 | $600 |
| Housing (on campus) | $10,200 | $10,200 |
| Food (meals) | $5,662 | $5,662 |
| Transportation | $1,340 | $2,000 |
| Personal expenses | $2,360 | $2,360 |
| Total | $27,476 | $46,228 |
For a full-time undergraduate living on campus, fall and spring. All costs are subject to change pending legislative approval.
Source: UNC Charlotte Admissions, Cost of Attendance 2026-2027 (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Average net price per year, by family income, 2023-24:
| Family income | Paid after grants |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $10,357 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $10,668 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $13,690 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $19,822 |
| Over $110,000 | $21,761 |
| All incomes | $15,435 |
What first-year, full-time, in-state students who received federal aid paid after grants and scholarships, by family income, in 2023-24, the latest year the Department of Education publishes. Your own price comes from UNC Charlotte's aid offer.
Source: College Scorecard, U.S. Department of Education (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Similar schools
Chosen for how close each is to University of North Carolina at Charlotte on acceptance rate, public or private, location and majors offered.
Kennesaw State UniversityKennesaw, GA · Public79.4% admitted$15,048 average net price
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Morgan State UniversityBaltimore, MD · Public82.2% admitted$14,985 average net price
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Admitted: each school's latest first-year acceptance rate, so the year can differ from school to school; each school's page names its year and source. Average net price: what federal aid recipients paid per year after grants, 2023-24, and the in-state figure for a public university.