There are 109 accredited colleges and universities in North Carolina. They admit an average of 70% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $15,905 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in North Carolina. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in North Carolina with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Technical Community College | Durham, NC | $1,664 |
| Rockingham Community College | Wentworth, NC | $2,060 |
| College of the Albemarle | Elizabeth City, NC | $2,253 |
| Robeson Community College | Lumberton, NC | $2,892 |
| Wilson Community College | Wilson, NC | $3,064 |
| Sampson Community College | Clinton, NC | $3,108 |
| Vance-Granville Community College | Henderson, NC | $3,286 |
| Craven Community College | New Bern, NC | $3,289 |
| Sandhills Community College | Pinehurst, NC | $4,157 |
| Central Carolina Community College | Sanford, NC | $5,446 |
| Roanoke-Chowan Community College | Ahoskie, NC | $5,570 |
| Mayland Community College | Spruce Pine, NC | $5,861 |
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There are 109 accredited colleges and universities in North Carolina in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 70% of applicants and cost about $15,905 per year after aid.
Duke University is the highest nationally ranked university in North Carolina. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 109 North Carolina colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in North Carolina is about $15,905 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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