Universities/NC/Western Carolina University

Western Carolina University

Cullowhee, NC · Public · 10,024 students

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$49k
Median earnings 10 years
after starting college
82%Acceptance Rate
60%Graduation Rate
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Academic Performance

Graduation Rate (150% time)60.3%
Students who graduate within 6 years
Graduation Rate (4 years)44.0%
Students who graduate on time
First-Year Retention Rate79.1%
Students who return for sophomore year
First-Generation Students32.9%
Share of first-gen college students

Test Scores

1157
Average SAT Score
Combined Math + Reading/Writing (out of 1600)
800 (min)1600 (max)
22
ACT Midpoint Score
Middle 50% of admitted students (out of 36)

Programs & Majors

Percentage of graduates in each field of study, based on IPEDS data.

Health Sciences21.6%
Business & Marketing20.7%
Education7.7%
Psychology5.9%
Social Sciences2.9%
Biological Sciences2.7%
Communications2.6%
Engineering2.1%
History1.3%
Computer Science0.9%
Mathematics0.5%
Humanities0.2%

Faculty & Resources

$9k
Average Faculty Salary/Year
$9k
Instructional Spend per Student
$138M
Total Endowment

Western Carolina University — Academics

Western Carolina University has a graduation rate of 60.3%, reflecting the academic experience at this institution.

The first-year retention rate is 79.1%, meaning most students continue their studies after the first year.

The average SAT score for enrolled students is 1157, and the ACT midpoint is 22. These scores reflect the academic profile of the typical incoming student.

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