University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC · Public
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1390 and 1530 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 25
Popular programs at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Communication and Media Studies. | 560 | |
| 2 | Biology, General. | 558 | |
| 3 | Behavioral Sciences. | 490 | |
| 4 | Economics. | 449 | |
| 5 | Computer Science. | 432 | |
| 6 | Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | 346 | |
| 7 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 332 | |
| 8 | Political Science and Government. | 326 | |
| 9 | Applied Mathematics. | 211 | |
| 10 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 201 | |
| 11 | Area Studies. | 182 | |
| 12 | Public Policy Analysis. | 166 | |
| 13 | English Language and Literature, General. | 164 | |
| 14 | Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | 152 | |
| 15 | History. | 143 | |
| 16 | Chemistry. | 139 | |
| 17 | Mathematics. | 137 | |
| 18 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 134 | |
| 19 | Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | 127 | |
| 20 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 124 |
Showing top 20 of 47 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has an acceptance rate of 15% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
Admitted students at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill typically score between 1390 and 1530 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is approximately $11,655 per year.
What is the graduation rate at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
4-year graduation rate data for University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.