2017 Best Business Schools in North Carolina

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
4 Year
Chapel Hill, NC
2,143
1 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
Alum: UNC Chapel Hill - the name rings familiarity across the nation. A part of one of the biggest college basketball rivals, a leader in NC healthcare, and known for the specificity of "Carolina blue," UNC is a treasure. Nostalgia hits me every time I return: the campus is beautiful, the students are all on their way to achieving greatness, and the professors genuinely care about what goes on in their the students' minds. Diversity is not that high - as probably 60% of the students want to become doctors and nurses. The racial diversity is representative of the statistics in America. The culture diversity, however, is rather high and incorporating of all activities that I can think of. Overall, a fantastic institution!
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A+
Overall Niche Grade
28% Acceptance Rate
$10,936 Net Price
1220-1420 SAT Range
Wake Forest University
4 Year
Winston-Salem, NC
727
2 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
College Freshman: Wake Forest is the perfect school if you are looking for like minded, career driven individuals that are very well rounded and are incredibly aware of everything. The size is perfect so that you don't have to see the people you don't want to see everywhere, yet you see a ton of people you know at the same time. The school has people from all over the place and brings together bright minded people that are easy to get along with. Keeping up with the academic portion of the school can get difficult, but is manageable with basic time management skills. Also, there is resources that can be tapped if you are having difficulties in school. The campus is well connected and no building is too far to walk to. Fraternities are the social scene on campus and it is difficult to have fun without being in a Greek organization. There are a ton of extracurricular activities and will have a club or organization that meets you're interests. As a second semester Freshman, I could not have made a better decision with my college decision.
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A+
Overall Niche Grade
34% Acceptance Rate
$25,826 Net Price
— SAT Range
North Carolina State University
4 Year
Raleigh, NC
2,836
3 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
Alum: My four years at NC State University were incredible! The student body is diverse, welcoming, and supportive, and the faculty/staff are encouraging and truly want you to succeed. My experience in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences was particularly outstanding - there are numerous opportunities to get involved, make connections, and learn more about potential careers. NC State has excellent facilities, a world-class library, never-ending opportunities for growth and engagement in the community, and more. I could not be more satisfied with my time at NC State, and would highly recommend the university to any college student searching for their next home.
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A
Overall Niche Grade
52% Acceptance Rate
$13,579 Net Price
1160-1330 SAT Range
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Elon University
4 Year
Elon, NC
1,391
4 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
College Freshman: Elon is a home away from home. Everything you could want from a big university with a small tight-knit community. The campus is ranked as one of the most beautiful in the nation. Although the student body is not very diverse, everyone can find people who mesh with them. The classes are small and teachers love getting to know and keeping in touch with students. There is always a variety of good food options and they are renovating McEwen next year to include even more! The party scene can be repetitive but gets better once you meet more people and move off campus. The dorms are amazing! Global and colonades are gorgeous neighborhoods. Danieley flats and apartments are always doing something. Historic is rich with Elon history and you are surrounded by all first years, which means lots of friends. Sports are not the biggest but some teams do draw huge crowds. The soccer games will have full and loud stands in the fall. An up and coming school in the rankings and an amazing place to spend four years learning and making lifelong friends.
Read 1,391 Reviews
B+
Overall Niche Grade
54% Acceptance Rate
$32,205 Net Price
1130-1320 SAT Range
University of North Carolina - Wilmington
4 Year
Wilmington, NC
1,582
5 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
Graduate Student: UNCW is a wonderful university with quality professors and a beautiful campus. My time there was memorable and prepared me exceptionally well for grad school. Seahawk Village is an awesome place to stay campus! The beach plus the films and TV shows that are constantly being produced in Wilmington make it a unique and extraordinary experience. I am now at UNC Chapel Hill Kenan-Flagler business school, and my professors here have referenced the Cameron School of Business as the NC business school they consider 2nd to their program. If you know anything about UNC, you know that is high praise. I feel lucky that I have had these experiences at both institutions, and I would recommend UNCW to students who want a laid back campus atmosphere combined with rigorous study, especially at Cameron.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
59% Acceptance Rate
$14,418 Net Price
1110-1270 SAT Range
Appalachian State University
4 Year
Boone, NC
2,249
6 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
Freshman: I am currently a second semester freshman at Appalachian State University and I love it here. At the beginning of the school year I did not enjoy the school that much since I am not into the outdoors that much, but over the course of time I began to participate in outdoor activities more and make connections with people who also felt the same way about App. However, after a few weeks of being here I have grown to feel more comfortable and to love the school. After being here one semester I found myself missing Appalachian and eager to come back to the school for my second semester. I have enjoyed being here since and am looking forward to the next four years here!
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A-
Overall Niche Grade
63% Acceptance Rate
$11,508 Net Price
1060-1240 SAT Range
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High Point University
4 Year
High Point, NC
1,314
7 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
Niche User: One year ago, attending the Presidential Scholarship weekend changed our family for the better. HPU became part of our life. My son #2 knew that weekend that HPU was on his short list. After being accepted to more prestigious schools, he decided, despite a lot of pressure from family and friends, to take a leap of faith and go to HPU. He entered in the Fall of 2016 into the honors program. The opportunities he's had thus far have been amazing. HPU delivers on everything and more. In addition, my son #1 decided to transfer to HPU in the Fall of 2016 as well. Two brothers, same school, very different experiences and both having an extraordinary education and experience.
I read everything on the internet about HPU, much good, some not so good. I was so nervous about whether or not we had made a good decision. I couldn't be more pleased with HPU and proud that my boys are part of such a warm, loving college community. So...HPU, plan on seeing son #3 in the Fall of 2018!
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B
Overall Niche Grade
80% Acceptance Rate
$36,105 Net Price
1009-1192 SAT Range
East Carolina University
4 Year
Greenville, NC
2,562
8 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
Freshman: I love my school. I am currently a student at ECU and love everything about it! My classes have all been great. They are challenging but still manageable plus all of my professors seem to genuinely care about their students and their success which I think is really important in academic performance. Most people are super sweet and really fun. Theres tons of clubs to join and sports teams to join its crazy. Nightlife is great too! There's always something to do! Facilities are great. Some dormitories are nicer than others but thats to be expected with any college. Campus is beautiful especially on a fall afternoon on the mall. Love Sup Dogs, Game Days, the squirrels, and even arguing with brother ross. Greenville is my home and I LOVE MY SCHOOL
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
77% Acceptance Rate
$12,908 Net Price
960-1120 SAT Range
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
4 Year
Charlotte, NC
2,767
9 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
Sophomore: UNCC is literally home for me. People can say all they want about it being a "commuter" school, but there are thousands of students that live on campus. Not only that, but the professors (at least in my department) are fantastic. Absolutely amazing. They're intelligent, passionate, and actually want you to succeed. Greek life is growing as well, and being apart of UNCC's greek life has been a very rewarding experience for me. UNCC continues to grow bigger and better every year. Although our sport teams aren't the best, they're new and getting better. Although UNCC doesn't have a whole lot of tradition, WE are the students that get to start the traditions that will be marked as legends on this campus. Speaking of the campus, it's beautifully built. Some of the buildings can be frustrating when you can't find your class, but the campus is definitely up to par on it's looks. All the brick MATCHES!
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
64% Acceptance Rate
$10,196 Net Price
1000-1170 SAT Range
University of North Carolina - Greensboro
4 Year
Greensboro, NC
2,505
10 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
Junior: Coming in with over 60 college credits out of high school, the University made it really easy to find a balance between being a 1st year freshman with a class rank of a Junior. The application process was normal, I got to register for classes earlier than the rest of my Freshman class mates and I'm due to graduate in Spring of 2018, 2 years after I graduated high school. Overall, I would say that the advising team is very dedicated to making your time here worthwhile, along with all the clubs, activities, and community events that are hosted here on campus there's no way you can be here and not feel culturally enlightened. If you're looking to get out of your comfort zone, this school is for you. If you're looking for a school that has your best interest at heart, you found it. Awesome school!
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
61% Acceptance Rate
$10,076 Net Price
940-1120 SAT Range
Gardner-Webb University
4 Year
Boiling Springs, NC
660
11 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
Junior: I have enjoyed my time at Gardner-Webb. The people and staff are very friendly! I love the Christian environment. You will meet some of the best professors here at GWU!
However, I believe the school should improve with activities over the weekend and not close everything down (including the food choices). Yes, a good majority of people go home on the weekends, but if the school offered more variety over the weekends then students might choose to stay. For those who have no other option and must stay on the weekends sometimes find difficulty in finding something fun to do.
Overall, I love GWU, the family atmosphere, Christian base, and professors who care.
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B
Overall Niche Grade
67% Acceptance Rate
$22,988 Net Price
895-1130 SAT Range
Meredith College
4 Year
Raleigh, NC
635
12 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
Senior: Meredith College has a wonderful support system with all of its teachers and alumni there ready to help you succeed. I love that Meredith is such a small campus because it allows for the students and the teachers to become close and get to know each other. At Meredith you don't feel like a number, the staff go out of their way to make you feel like a person and they are always available to help you when you have an issue. The campus is beautiful, it becomes very easy to lose yourself in the scenery. I love Meredith and would reccomend it to everyone.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
61% Acceptance Rate
$22,642 Net Price
930-1140 SAT Range
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Queens University of Charlotte
4 Year
Charlotte, NC
444
13 Best Colleges for Business in North Carolina
Senior: Queens is the perfect school for you if you love small, homey environments. Queens is a very small campus, it'll take you 5 minutes to walk to the farthest part on campus! The student body closely resembles that of the size of a high school (2,500-3,000) students. Queens is also a liberal arts school so here we focus a lot on the arts and you are required to take some arts courses because of this, but I loved it; it broadened my knowledge and forced me to take courses that I may not have taken otherwise. Because of the size of the school the ratio of professor to student is along the lines of 1:17, which is great because you are NOT known as just a number here, you are an individual that the Professor actually gets to know. It makes your experience better when you know that your Professor cares about you. If you enjoy truly being known on campus, small school/classes then Queens is the perfect fit for you!
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B
Overall Niche Grade
78% Acceptance Rate
$24,929 Net Price
920-1160 SAT Range
Western Carolina University
4 Year
Cullowhee, NC
1,258
Sophomore: I love being at Western Carolina University because it feels like home away from home. Not only do the professors make you feel wanted but the staff does as well. Every adult authority really does their best to make you feel at home. The campus is not to big so you can easily find your way around and once you get to know people you will pass them walking around. It is so nice to be able to walk around and see a familiar face. Western Carolina does need more food options and better quality food but they are working on that. Another reason I love Western is because they are continuously growing. We received a new multipurpose building this year featuring dining, stores, and dorm rooms, and we will be receiving a new building as well next year. The growth and the time spent at Western amazes me!
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
43% Acceptance Rate
$12,916 Net Price
950-1130 SAT Range
Campbell University
4 Year
Buies Creek, NC
1,152
College Freshman: Campbell automatically chooses your courses for your first semester, and then gives you a chance to talk them over with your advisor at Orientation. I was so, so fortunate with my first semester courses—they got me many of the Gen Eds I needed to take care of (all of which with great professors) and also started me on my major's track, which I didn't expect to happen until my sophomore year. Our professors are amazing, and all of mine were committed to helping us succeed—and most of them had a great sense of humour. My academic writing and internet applications professors were two of my favourites, as they had a great sense of humour and were amazingly helpful both inside and outside of class, and my design I professor became my advisor and my boss—and a career role model—within my first semester. My classes were always challenging in a good way (except for PE, thank God), and encouraged me to grow my skillset. The class sizes are typically small in gen eds and the College of Arts and Sciences (my home), and I found that most of the students around me were committed to succeeding.

If you want to know about the best classes/professors to take, talk to the upperclassmen—they're awesome and so helpful!
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B-
Overall Niche Grade
68% Acceptance Rate
$26,865 Net Price
802-1248 SAT Range
Barton College
4 Year
Wilson, NC
382
Freshman: I love the staff and the campus. My instructors always lend a helping hand when possible. I love that Barton College has an open door policy. My peers are wonderful as well. Any question I cannot get to an instructor or administration right away, most of my upper-classed peers help me out. The home feeling I get while staying on campus is phenomenal and I wouldn't want to be anywhere else! Thank you Barton College!
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B-
Overall Niche Grade
38% Acceptance Rate
$20,199 Net Price
860-1050 SAT Range
Johnson C. Smith University
4 Year
Charlotte, NC
789
College Sophomore: Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, North Carolina, is unique because it provides an outstanding education for a diverse group of talented and highly motivated students from various ethnic, socioeconomic, and geographic backgrounds. Johnson C. Smith University offers a liberal education which allows students to enhance their learning to its fullest. Likewise, the University embraces its responsibility to provide leadership and service!
Read 789 Reviews
C
Overall Niche Grade
42% Acceptance Rate
$19,032 Net Price
720-900 SAT Range
Guilford College
4 Year
Greensboro, NC
396
Recent Alumnus: I'm an adult student so I cannot comment on dorm conditions or anything like that. My experience with professors has been great! That's the key to success at Guilford and lots of other schools. Talk to advisors and other students to get a feel for various professors in whatever your major is, then take classes with the ones you feel you'll mesh well with. I would definitely choose this school again if I had it to do all over again. Class sizes are really small and we call professors by first names. Quakers are very unassuming people and don't go in much for flashiness or titles. I've learned so much in my time here and I can clearly see the difference in myself image and my entire thinking process since starting my college career here. They stress critical thinking and boy, do I think critically all the time now. This is a writing intensive school so if you don't like to write, or don't want to learn to write, you probably should go somewhere else!
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B-
Overall Niche Grade
62% Acceptance Rate
$25,738 Net Price
940-1190 SAT Range
North Carolina A&T State University
4 Year
Greensboro, NC
2,480
Sophomore: Well what can I say about A&T? If you're looking for acceptance and a family environment, then this is the right school. We have a variety of career choice students love. Despite the fact that the school is an hbcu, there is still much diversity and everybody is treated as an equal and will feel at home and welcomed right away. Academic awards as well as artistic talents are broadcasted as well. Many of the events in campus include talent shows and prizes are rewarded. We are so supportive and always show great Aggie pride! A major part of growing on campus is networking, and there are so many people that would be willing to help. All you have to do is ask. Personally I speak with counselors and veterans and disabilities to accompany all my needs. So if you need accommodations or special services there's no need to worry! We're all here to help. I would recommend A&T state with 5 stars overall because I have fallen inlove with this school.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
57% Acceptance Rate
$10,145 Net Price
830-990 SAT Range
Salem College
4 Year
Winston-Salem, NC
483
Freshman: A beautiful campus full of beautiful people! I love this school a lot because it is just an amazing community of people who want you there, and do amazing things.
Read 483 Reviews
B
Overall Niche Grade
60% Acceptance Rate
$15,497 Net Price
950-1250 SAT Range
Methodist University
4 Year
Fayetteville, NC
518
Freshman: Methodist university is a great school for students that like small classes and a small campus. I really like how involved the professors are and also the pride in the school overall! Greek life is a big part of my life and it is growing very fast. The one thing I'd like to see change is the cafeteria food. It is not the worst but not the best. I wish there were more options for the students.
Read 518 Reviews
B-
Overall Niche Grade
56% Acceptance Rate
$21,487 Net Price
840-1050 SAT Range
Wingate University
4 Year
Wingate, NC
586
College Senior: I love wingate. It is my home away from home. I transferred here after an awful first year at another college. I came to campus and was welcomed by orientation leaders and students from organizations on campus. They moved me in and helped me get settled. The welcome week events are great to help you get to know people on campus. Wingate really values this initial experience because they know it will make/break your Wingate experience. The food is mediocre, but you can move into an on campus apartment with kitchens as an upperclassmen! I would choose Wingate again because my professors are amazing and caring, it's easy to be involved, and I have met some of my very best friends here.
Read 586 Reviews
B-
Overall Niche Grade
75% Acceptance Rate
$17,714 Net Price
907-1110 SAT Range
Fayetteville State University
4 Year
Fayetteville, NC
722
Sophomore: Fayetteville State University is what you make of it. Me personally would like to see a change in the cafe, better food. Also having more events outside, to get people out and mingling. Last, spreading the events that do go on around to all people. This is another reason why people don't come to stuff because they either here about it late or don't check there email or have to hear it through a friend. Getting the information out to others would be a great! Other than that the school is okay academic wise.
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B-
Overall Niche Grade
50% Acceptance Rate
$6,848 Net Price
810-960 SAT Range
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
4 Year
Pembroke, NC
933
Alum: UNCP has a small-college feel with connections to a larger university system. The campus is expanding and growing larger, but the personal touch that you receive as a student hasn't changed. The professors learn your names, as class sizes cap at about 30 for popular general education courses. You feel a connection to your classes, your campus, and the community. There isn't much to do outside of the campus activities, but there are plenty of ways to get involved on campus and to volunteer in the community. The rich history of the Lumbee tribe is proudly displayed, and UNCP is home to the Museum of the Southeast Indian, which features artifacts, art, and cultural programs on the Lumbee tribe as well as other tribes living in the American Southeast.

UNCP is a great place to get a solid and personal education.
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C+
Overall Niche Grade
73% Acceptance Rate
$10,686 Net Price
850-1010 SAT Range
Catawba College
4 Year
Salisbury, NC
277
Freshman: This is my first year attending Catawba, I can honestly say so far my experience has been great! Although I do wish professors should communicate with their students more, I understand it is our responsibility to go to the professors for any questions. There is a great amount of diversity, I already have a couple friends from parts of around the world, from Mexico, India, to Brazil and etc. I do not stay on campus, but I do have have who stay in dorms. Dorms are pretty big, and look comfy. Because Catawba is a private school, it is quite expensive, but by applying quick, they do give many scholarships!
Read 277 Reviews
B-
Overall Niche Grade
36% Acceptance Rate
$19,665 Net Price
870-1100 SAT Range

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Wake Forest University

North Carolina State University

Elon University

University of North Carolina - Wilmington

Appalachian State University

High Point University

East Carolina University

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

University of North Carolina - Greensboro

Gardner-Webb University

Meredith College

Queens University of Charlotte

Western Carolina University

Campbell University

Barton College

Johnson C. Smith University

Guilford College

North Carolina A&T State University

Salem College

Methodist University

Wingate University

Fayetteville State University

University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Catawba College