An outstanding educational value
- #1 lowest net price in North Carolina (The New York Times, 2023)
- $1,500+ savings vs UNC system average (Based NCES Cost of Attendance 2022-23)
- 79% of first year students received a scholarship (Fall 2024)
- $146 million in financial aid awarded annually (2021-22)
- $47,000 average undergraduate alumni starting salary (2022 survey)
WHAT WILL YOUR STUDENT’S EDUCATION COST?
| Annual Cost | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $7,731 | $24,705 |
| Housing (Standard Double) | $6,288 | $6,288 |
| Unlimited Meal Plan | $5,077 | $5,077 |
| Total | $19,096 | $36,070 |
The bottom line is often the topline consideration when it comes to the college decision process. UNCG works continuously to make our degrees as affordable as possible, and we’re proud to offer such a powerful education for such a strong value. But what does that mean for you and your student? Spartan Central, our one-stop resource for all things UNCG, has the answers you need, including the latest tuition and fees schedules; information on billing and payment (including available payment plans to help make costs more manageable); and an easy-to-use Bill Estimator Tool to help you and your student get a more precise idea of what costs you can expect.
THE FINANCIAL AID PROCESS AND YOU
If your student is seeking financial aid for their undergraduate studies, you’re an important part of the process, and we’re here to help you through it.
Together with your student, you’ll complete the FAFSA. If you have questions about the requirements, the Federal Student Aid website is a great resource.
When your student’s financial aid package is awarded, it’s usually all in their name. Any grants, subsidized or unsubsidized loans, and/or scholarships are solely connected to the student. If they’re awarded federal student loans, they won’t need you to cosign with them to receive the aid.
If your student is considered a dependent and you anticipate needing additional financial support, you may opt to apply for a Federal Parent PLUS loan. If you’re approved (based on a credit evaluation), you can take a PLUS loan to help cover your student’s educational costs. If you’re denied, your student still has an option to receive additional loan funds. You can find more details on the Federal Parent PLUS loan and the application on the Federal Student Aid website. For a better understanding of financial aid basics and your role in the process visit the Financial Aid section on Spartan Central, our one-stop resource for our students.
FIRST-YEAR SCHOLARSHIPS
Fall first-year applicants are automatically considered for a limited number of scholarships when they apply by the priority deadline. Merit-based and need-based awards are available. UNCG offers academically talented students a variety of merit-based scholarships. As a student progresses through enrollment there are also several departmental scholarships they can apply for based on their major. Read on for an overview of these scholarships and how to apply.
BLUE & GOLD SCHOLARSHIPS
Academically talented incoming first-year students are eligible for this merit-based scholarship which varies in value and duration. Students planning to enroll in the Fall semester would need to apply by January 15th of that academic year. When the Admissions Office receives their application, they will automatically be considered for our Blue & Gold Scholarships.
CHANCELLOR AND SPARTAN SCHOLARSHIPS
A select number of students who show academic merit and have financial need are eligible for these scholarships. Much like the Blue & Gold Scholarship, no secondary application is necessary beyond submitting your UNCG Application by January 15th and filing your student’s FAFSA to determine the aid need. Students will be notified by the Admissions Office or the Financial Aid Office no later than the end of January based on eligibility.
UNCG GUARANTEE
This scholarship is available to high-achieving, low-income N.C. residents who plan to enroll in UNCG as full-time students. Students must submit their application to UNCG within eight months of graduating from high school, file their FAFSA, and complete the UNCG Guarantee Eligibility Screening to help us determine if they are an eligible candidate. We offer priority consideration to candidates who apply before December 1st!
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND MATH PREPARATION SCHOLARSHIPS (STAMPS 3.0)
Any pell-eligible first-year or community college transfer student with a 3.0 or higher GPA who is planning to major in Biology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Computer Science, Geography, Mathematics, or Physics is invited to apply to be a STAMPS Scholar. Eligible students will receive an invitation to apply for the STAMPS 3.0 scholarship program via email with instructions on how to apply.
OPPORTUNITY STARTS BEFORE THEY GRADUATE
UNCG offers your student a wealth of opportunities to gain experience and earn money to help offset the cost of going to college. Our Office of Career & Professional Development provides your student with great resources to help them kickstart their career, including resume development, career coaching, interviewing training, networking skills, and much more. They can help your student find internship, community service, and campus leadership opportunities. And best of all, they’ll work with your student to find opportunities for employment on-campus and beyond through Handshake, our dedicated student employment platform.