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University of North Carolina School of the Arts

#9 in Best Value Colleges in North Carolina
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Winston-Salem, NC
  • 243 reviews
B
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    B+
  2. Value
    A-
  3. Diversity
    A-
  4. Campus
    C
  5. Athletics
    NG
  6. Party Scene
    B-
  7. Professors
    B
  8. Location
    B
  9. Dorms
    C-
  10. Campus Food
    C
  11. Student Life
    B
  12. Safety
    C
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UNCSA is an above-average public university located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina in the Greensboro Area. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 847 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the UNCSA acceptance rate is 33%. Popular majors include Cinematography and Video Production, Theatre Design, and Dance. Graduating 70% of students, UNCSA alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $23,800.
About University of North Carolina School of the Arts...
Athletic Division
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Athletic Conference
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Address
1533 South Main St.
Winston-Salem, NC 27127
Website
uncsa.edu
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University of North Carolina School of the Arts Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
33%
Application Deadline
—
SAT Range
1080-1290
ACT Range
22-28
Application Fee
$95
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
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Cost

Net Price
$13,624/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $7,007/ year
  • $30-48k
    $12,466/ year
  • $49-75k
    $13,315/ year
  • $76-110k
    $20,293/ year
  • $110k+
    $22,536/ year
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Academics

Professors
B
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
6:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
69%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.13 responses
57%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.14 responses
43%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.14 responses
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Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Cinematography and Video Production
    70 Graduates
  • Theatre Design
    50 Graduates
  • Dance
    29 Graduates
  • Drama and Theatre Production
    28 Graduates
  • Music Performance
    22 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
847Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
4%
Pell Grant
27%
Varsity Athletes
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Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 12 responses
Report
  • Artistic,creative, talented, dedicated
    42%
  • Pretentious. hipster. artsy. different. creative.
    33%
  • Creative
    17%
  • Driven
    8%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
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Poll
100%
of students say they don't have Greek life.15 responses
Poll
96%
of students say no one pays attention to varsity sports.24 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 12 responses
Report
  • ART
    58%
  • Focused
    17%
  • Intensive
    17%
  • Determined
    8%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$35,500/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
70%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
92%
National
83%
88%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.8 responses
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University of North Carolina School of the Arts Reviews

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I LOVE UNCSA! Getting to work with some of the best teachers in the country and forming great relationships is part of what makes UNCSA so great. They truly care about your development and well being, and will do anything to help you accomplish your goals. Not to mention the equally talented students that are incredible to collaborate with. The academics are lower than the standards of most colleges, but then again it is an art school so you're there for a specific art.
While some people think going here lessens the typical college experience, I would actually disagree. We get free tickets to performances, movies, concerts, which all add culture and exposure. I have learned so much about other arts, which enrich my own performances and will help benefit my future career.
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This is an amazing, diverse campus filled with like-minded artists focused on their respective crafts. It is a true community filled with encouragement, acceptance and drive! The faculty and staff are so supportive of you as both an artist and individual. It felt like home the first time I stepped foot on campus!
Knowledgeable faculty and plenty of resources. While it’s hard work, you won’t find another place quite like it!