Western Carolina University Academics
Academic Statistics
Academics
B+
Based on acceptance rate, quality of professors, student reviews, and additional factors.
Graduation Rate
57%
National
49%About the Classes
Most Popular Majors
Nursing
191 GraduatesCriminal Justice and Safety Studies
138 GraduatesMarketing
108 GraduatesPsychology
99 GraduatesBusiness Administration and Management
83 GraduatesBiology
80 GraduatesSocial Work and Youth Services
79 GraduatesMiddle School Education
65 GraduatesElementary Education
64 GraduatesEngineering Technology
59 Graduates
- 96%
- of students say they attend class.55 responses
About the Professors
Professors
A-
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
17:1
Female Professors
51%
Male Professors
49%
Average Professor Salary
$93,276
Poll
- 55%
- of students say they take advantage of office hours/study sessions.55 responses
What Students Say About Professors
Poll
- 85%
- of students say professors are passionate about the topics they teach.89 responses
Poll
- 82%
- of students say professors care about their students' success.89 responses
Poll
- 79%
- of students say professors are engaging and easy to understand.89 responses
Poll
- 83%
- of students agree professors are approachable and helpful when needed.89 responses