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University of North Carolina at Asheville
Also known as UNC Asheville
Asheville, NC, United States
Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
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At University of North Carolina at Asheville, students from families earning up to $30,000 paid an average of $11,650 a year after grants, against $21,857 for families earning over $110,000.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
Average annual cost after grants
$14,999
$4,917 below the median for 4-year colleges ($19,916).
| Family income | Average annual cost |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $11,650 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $10,314 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $12,926 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $18,893 |
| Over $110,000 | $21,857 |
Average yearly cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships for full-time, first-time undergraduates who received federal aid. Loans are not subtracted.
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Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
The published cost of attendance also covers transport and personal expenses. Out-of-state students at public colleges pay the out-of-state tuition.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
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Williamsburg, VA
Same control type (public)
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Purchase, NY
Enrollment 3,197 students, close to 2,910
Profile closeness82/100
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Durham, NC
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Profile closeness77/100
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Winston-Salem, NC
Graduation rate 47%, close to 52%
Profile closeness76/100
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Pembroke, NC
Graduation rate 44%, close to 52%
Profile closeness75/100
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Elizabeth City, NC
Graduation rate 46%, close to 52%
Profile closeness74/100
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Fayetteville, NC
Acceptance rate 82%, close to 92%
Profile closeness66/100
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Cullowhee, NC
Average net price $13,025, close to $14,999
Profile closeness63/100
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