Overview
The UNCW School of Nursing was established to meet the growing healthcare workforce needs of southeastern North Carolina, offering accredited undergraduate and graduate nursing education within the broader University of North Carolina Wilmington. Since its founding, the school has built a reputation for rigorous clinical training, strong partnerships with regional hospitals like New Hanover Regional Medical Center, and consistently high NCLEX-RN passage rates among graduates. It is recognized as one of the stronger nursing programs in the University of North Carolina system.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Wilmington, North Carolina |
| Founded | 1959 |
| Total students | 600 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 10:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 40% |
| Graduation rate | 85% |
| Average starting salary | $62,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $7,400 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $23,700 |
| Room & board | $12,000 |
| Average financial aid | $10,500 |
| Students receiving aid | 65% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1150-1300 |
| ACT range | 23-28 |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
Top Programs
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- RN-to-BSN
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Nursing Education
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.