Overview
The UNC Pembroke School of Business has grown alongside the university, which was founded in 1887 as a normal school for Native American teacher training and evolved into a comprehensive regional university within the UNC System. The School of Business earned AACSB International accreditation, placing it among an elite group of business programs worldwide recognized for teaching quality and academic rigor. It is best known for affordable, practical business education serving first-generation college students and the diverse Lumbee and surrounding regional communities.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Pembroke, North Carolina |
| Founded | 1939 |
| Total students | 1,000 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 18:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 68% |
| Graduation rate | 52% |
| Average starting salary | $45,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $4,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $18,500 |
| Room & board | $9,500 |
| Average financial aid | $9,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 930-1090 |
| ACT range | 17-21 |
| Average GPA | 3.30 |
| Regular deadline | August 1 |
Top Programs
- Accounting
- Management
- Marketing
- MBA
- Sport Management
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.