Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
Cullowhee, NC
81%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 16,154 |
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| Declined | 3,588 |
| Total Received | 19,742 |
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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 | 11,686 |
| 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 |
81%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 16,154 |
|---|---|
| Declined | 3,588 |
| Total Received | 19,742 |
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Not reported
91%
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90%
$6,267
| Tuition | $4,630 |
| Housing | $6,790 |
| Food | $5,564 |
| Additional fees | $3,381 |
| Books & supplies | $800 |
| Total | $21,165 |
| Average Financial Aid | - $6,267 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $14,898 |
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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| Special services offered for international applicants |
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