Chances of getting into University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Easy | |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
How hard is it to get into UNCG and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at UNCG is 88%. It ranks #54 in North Carolina for lowest rate of acceptance. University of North Carolina at Greensboro is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 8,640 out of 9,870 applicants were admitted.
The school has easy admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 60 percent (SAT 980/1160 ACT 19/25). University of North Carolina at Greensboro typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.67. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 28% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The UNCG application fee is $65 and applications are due by Jul 15.
Testing Requirements
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. University of North Carolina at Greensboro is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to determine if testing requirements are temporarily suspended due to COVID-19.
UNCG SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
Applicants Submitting SAT
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 490 |
| SAT Math 25th | 490 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 980 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 590 |
| SAT Math 75th | 570 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1160 |
| Average SAT Score | 1070 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to University of North Carolina at Greensboro?
University of North Carolina at Greensboro typically prefers applicants to be in the top 64 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 980 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 890. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1070 out of 1600. UNCG ranks #18 in North Carolina for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 61 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1160 and Above | Good | >93% |
| 1070 to 1160 | Avg + | 88%-93% |
| 980 to 1070 | Avg - | 81%-88% |
| 890 to 980 | Reach | 72%-81% |
| Less than 890 | Low | <72% |
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UNCG ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
Applicants Submitting ACT
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 18 |
| ACT Math 25th | 17 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 19 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 24 |
| ACT Math 75th | 24 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 25 |
| Average ACT Score | 22 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into UNCG?
Admission data indicates that UNCG regularly accepts students with ACT's of 19 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 56 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 16 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 22 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 25 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #15 in North Carolina for highest average ACT composite score. 43 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 25 and Above | Good | >93% |
| 22 to 25 | Avg + | 88%-93% |
| 19 to 22 | Avg - | 81%-88% |
| 16 to 19 | Reach | 72%-81% |
| Less than 16 | Low | <72% |
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UNCG GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
Typical High School Grades
What GPA do you need to get into University of North Carolina at Greensboro?
Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into UNCG. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at University of North Carolina at Greensboro was 3.67 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #10 in North Carolina for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.67 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as UNCG accepts 88% of all applicants.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 4.0 | 27.82% | Avg + |
| 3.75 to 3.99 | 17.73% | Avg + |
| 3.50 to 3.74 | 17.65% | Avg - |
| 3.25 to 3.49 | 16.79% | Reach |
| 3.00 to 3.24 | 12.88% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.99 | 7.0% | Reach |
| 2.00 to 2.49 | 0.12% | Reach |
| 1.00 to 1.99 | 0% | Reach |
| less than 1.00 | 0.0% | Low |
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2021
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High School Class Rank
62% of University of North Carolina at Greensboro freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 1% |
| Top 25% of class | 26% |
| Top 50% of class | 62% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 6,686 | 3,184 | 9,870 |
| Accepted | 5,932 | 2,708 | 8,640 |
| Acceptance Rate | 89% | 85% | 88% |
| Enrolled | 1,663 | 769 | 2,432 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 28% | 28% | 28% |
Fall 2022 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 18 days left until the Fall 2022 term applications are due on Jul 15, 2022.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of North Carolina at Greensboro is $65.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of North Carolina at Greensboro and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=199148 IPEDS survey data for University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
FAQs
Does University of North Carolina at Greensboro prefer SAT or ACT?
61% of students submit their SAT scores to UNCG. 43% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into University of North Carolina at Greensboro?
88% of those who apply are granted admission to UNCG. Admission competition is and the college has easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for University of North Carolina at Greensboro?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 980 and 1160. 61% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for University of North Carolina at Greensboro?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 19 and 25. 43% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.