University of North Carolina at Pembroke is a public institution located in Pembroke, NC, offering 43 distinct degree programs across various fields of study. University of North Carolina at Pembroke provides students with educational opportunities designed to prepare them for success in their chosen fields.

Key Facts

  • 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,571
  • 2024 Average Net Price: $9,918 After Financial Aid
  • 2024 Acceptance Rate: 92.36% Moderate Selectivity
  • 2024 Enrolled Students: 5,386 N/A% Full-Time
  • 2024 Graduation Rate: 44.52%

Costs

Tuition Costs

$3,571
2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of North Carolina at Pembroke was $3,571.

Tuition comparison with similar institutions.

Average Net Price

$9,918
2024 Value

In 2024 University of North Carolina at Pembroke had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,918.

Average net price comparison with similar institutions.

Total Cost of Attendance

$39,672 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost

$9,918 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)

$14,284 4-Year In-State Tuition

$30,284 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition

Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.

4-year total cost breakdown for University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

Financial Aid by Income Level

47.63% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

42.58% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

Financial aid distribution by income level.

Student Loan Default Rate

Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)

The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of North Carolina at Pembroke was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.

Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate

92.36% Acceptance Rate

This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.

Acceptance rate compared to national average.

Test Scores

Test score data is not available for this institution.

Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.

Academic Requirements

GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.

Estimated GPA and test score ranges.

Enrollment

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

N/A% Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at University of North Carolina at Pembroke in 2024 is 5,386 students.

Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.

Retention Rate over Time

N/A%
2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.

Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.

Graduates & Outcomes

Time to Complete

27.59% 100% Completion Time

44.52% 150% Completion Time

In 2024, 27.59% of students graduating from University of North Carolina at Pembroke completed their program within 100% "normal time".

Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.

ROI & Programs

Financial value and program information for University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

Return on Investment

$25,000 Median Student Debt

$43,407 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)

57.59% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio

994.15% Return on Investment

5.8 years Estimated Payback Period

Financial value analysis for University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

Top Programs by Completions

10 Programs Reporting Data

CIP 52.0201: 532 completions

Other Multidisciplinary Studies: 228 completions

CIP 13.1299: 141 completions

Sociology: 115 completions

Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration: 114 completions

General Biological Sciences: 113 completions

Social Work: 107 completions

Parks, Recreation, & Leisure: 76 completions

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 76 completions

Other/Unknown Programs: 1,978 completions

Most popular programs at University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

Employment Outcomes

$37,126 Median Earnings (6 years after entry)

$40,911 Median Earnings (8 years after entry)

$43,407 Median Earnings (10 years after entry)

Earnings outcomes for University of North Carolina at Pembroke graduates.

About

University of North Carolina at Pembroke is a public institution located in Pembroke, NC, offering 43 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 5,386 students. The admission rate is 92.36%. The institution maintains a 44.52% graduation rate. Approximately 47.63% of students receive Pell Grants.

Institution Type

Public

Location

Pembroke, NC 28372-1510

Region: Southeast

Insights and Analysis

University of North Carolina at Pembroke provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.

Data Sources

This page uses data from the following sources:

  • College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
    • Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
    • Data years: 2015-2024
    • Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
    • Employment and wage data by occupation
    • Latest data: May 2024
    • Source: bls.gov/oes
  • O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
    • Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
    • Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
    • Source: onetcenter.org
  • IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
    • Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
    • Data years: 2015-2024
    • Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
  • Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
    • Demographic and workforce data
    • Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
    • Source: census.gov/acs

Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.

Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.

Methodology

Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.

All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.