Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
84%
acceptance rate
Accepted | 15,201 |
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Declined | 2,716 |
Total Received | 17,917 |
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Founded in 1889, Western Carolina University is a public four-year university that is known for its strong programs in Education, Nursing, and the Arts. Its 682-acre campus is located in Cullowhee, North Carolina—52 miles west of Asheville.
Official website | Visit website |
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Application link | Apply online |
Public/private | Public |
Campus enrollment | 11,635 |
Established in | 1889 |
Coeducational | Coeducational |
Religious affiliation | Other |
682-acre campus in Cullowhee (population: 6,228), approximately 53 miles from Asheville; branch campuses in Asheville and Cherokee. Air and bus serve Asheville. Public transportation serves Sylva and surrounding area.
Western Carolina University
1 University Way
Cullowhee, NC
28723
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Application fee | $65 |
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Admissions interview (required or recommended) | Neither |
Common application accepted | Yes |
Application deadline (priority deadline) | November 15 |
Application deadline (final deadline) | March 1 |
School has early action program | Yes |
Early action program application deadline | November 15 |
SAT/ACT requirements | SAT or ACT Required |
84%
acceptance rate
Accepted | 15,201 |
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Declined | 2,716 |
Total Received | 17,917 |
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Secondary School GPA
Secondary School Record
Completion of college-preparatory program
Formal demonstration of competencies
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91%
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100%
$4,444
Tuition | $4,532 |
Housing | $6,521 |
Food | $5,243 |
Additional fees | $3,330 |
Books & supplies | $693 |
Total | $20,319 |
Average Financial Aid | - $4,444 |
Total with Avg. Aid | $15,875 |
Need-based
Federal | $16,610,873 |
State | $8,792,740 |
Institutional | $6,772,263 |
Other external | $1,956,945 |
Total | $34,132,821 |
Non-need-based
Federal | $12,456 |
State | $264,162 |
Institutional | $1,101,695 |
Other external | $825,313 |
Total | $2,203,626 |
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P: 828 227-7290
F: 828 227-7042
finaid@email.wcu.edu
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arm wrestling, badminton, bench press, basketball, bowling, cross-country, darts, disc golf, dodgeball, fishing, flag football, football, four square, indoor water polo, kickball, racquetball, soccer (indoor/outdoor), softball, swimming, table tennis, tennis, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball, water polo, weight lifting, Wiffle ball, wrestling
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Accounting |
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Anthropology, General |
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Applied Economics |
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Art Teacher Education |
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Art/Art Studies, General |
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Athletic Training/Trainer |
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Biology/Biological Sciences, General |
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Business Administration and Management, General |
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Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other |
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Chemistry, General |
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College Student Counseling and Personnel Services |
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Communication Sciences and Disorders, General |
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Computer Science |
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Construction Engineering Technology/Technician |
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Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services |
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Criminal Justice/Safety Studies |
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Dietetics/Dietitian |
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Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General |
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Education, General |
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Educational Leadership and Administration, General |
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Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision |
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Electrical and Electronics Engineering |
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Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician |
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Elementary Education and Teaching |
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Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) |
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Engineering, General |
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English Language and Literature, General |
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English/Language Arts Teacher Education |
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Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies |
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Environmental Health |
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Finance, General |
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Fine/Studio Arts, General |
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Geology/Earth Science, General |
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Health/Health Care Administration/Management |
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History, General |
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Hospitality Administration/Management, General |
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Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General |
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Industrial Technology/Technician |
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Interior Design |
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International/Globalization Studies |
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Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching |
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Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching |
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Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies |
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Management Information Systems, General |
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Marketing, Other |
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Marketing/Marketing Management, General |
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Mathematics Teacher Education |
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Mathematics, General |
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Music Performance, General |
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Music Teacher Education |
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Music, General |
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Outdoor Education |
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Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, General |
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Philosophy |
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Physical Education Teaching and Coaching |
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Political Science and Government, General |
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Psychology, General |
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Public Administration |
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Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse |
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School Psychology |
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Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education |
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Science, Technology and Society |
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Social Studies Teacher Education |
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Social Work |
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Sociology, General |
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Spanish Language and Literature |
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Special Education and Teaching, General |
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Sport and Fitness Administration/Management |
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Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other |
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Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy |
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Transfer applicants enrolled
Students are transfer students
Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.00 |
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High school transcript | Required of Some |
College transcript(s) | Required of All |
Essay or personal statement | Not Required/Recommended |
Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
Minimum transfers must complete
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Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 10 |
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Countries most often represented |
Australia Germany Japan The United Kingdom |
Special services offered for international applicants |
Host family program Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
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