The University of North Carolina at Charlotte

It is moderately difficult to get into The University of North Carolina at Charlotte. The university admitted 80% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 20,365 applications received in 2023, 16,210 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 6/1 and the application fee costs $75.

Students who apply to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte for fall semester should hear back from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte by November 1.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of The University of North Carolina at Charlotte's admissions stats.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	18%
Mean SAT Score	1216
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	21%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	54%
Waitlist	No

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	January 30
Regular Decision	Yes	6 1	November 1

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Considering Applying Early to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte?

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The University of North Carolina at Charlotte does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 30.

Some students apply to college early because they hope it will help their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of admission, since it shows your interest in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Admissions

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Transferring to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into The University of North Carolina at Charlotte?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Curious about the factors that are considered by The University of North Carolina at Charlotte during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with The University of North Carolina at Charlotte for more information on admission factors.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Application Requirements

To apply to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with The University of North Carolina at Charlotte's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The University of North Carolina at Charlotte?

Students admitted to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 56.87% submitted a class rank. At The University of North Carolina at Charlotte 18% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 49% were in the top 25% and 83% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	5.95%
3.75 and 3.99	24.22%
3.50 and 3.74	30.59%
3.25 and 3.49	22.52%
3.00 and 3.24	13.83%
2.50 and 2.9	2.66%
2.00 and 2.49	0.23%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 21% of The University of North Carolina at Charlotte's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 54% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for The University of North Carolina at Charlotte?

To be competitive with other The University of North Carolina at Charlotte applicants, you should strive to score between 1140 and 1300 (or higher!) on the SAT. At The University of North Carolina at Charlotte 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1300 and 25% of scored lower than 1140, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a The University of North Carolina at Charlotte student is 1216.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of The University of North Carolina at Charlotte students scored 670 or higher and 75% of students scored 560 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of The University of North Carolina at Charlotte students scored 650 or higher, and 75% scored a 560 or higher.

To be most competitive at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, you should strive to earn between 21 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for The University of North Carolina at Charlotte's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for The University of North Carolina at Charlotte students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in The University of North Carolina at Charlotte during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte?

❌ Students who are admitted to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does The University of North Carolina at Charlotte accept transfer credits?

✅ The University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does The University of North Carolina at Charlotte accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ The University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The University of North Carolina at Charlotte?

❌ No, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to submit your standardized test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is The University of North Carolina at Charlotte's acceptance rate?

✅ The University of North Carolina at Charlotte's acceptance rate is 80%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte?

❌ The University of North Carolina at Charlotte does not offer early decision.

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