Office of International Programs
UNCW
,
one of North Carolina’s 16 public universities, is
consistently recognized at a national level for academic
excellence and affordability. At UNCW you will enjoy a
powerful academic experience that stimulates creative
inquiry, critical thinking and thoughtful expression in a
beautiful campus setting.
A cademic E xcellence
• 3rd Best M.F.A. Program (Creative Nonfiction), Poets & Writers
• 6th Best University in the South among public universities
and 16th Best overall among regional universities,
U.S. News & World Report
• 10th Best in Value for Public Colleges and Universities,
Consumers Digest
G reat L ocation
• 15th Most Beautiful Coastal College Campus, Best Value Schools
Q uality S tudents , R ight S ize
Average SAT score................................ 1191
Student/Faculty ratio.............................. 17:1
Average class size..................................... 22
Undergraduate................................... 13,218
Graduate............................................... 1,700
Total enrollment.................................. 14,918
C oastal C ampus
Wilmington is a charming,
friendly city on the southeastern
coast of North Carolina in the
United States. Located just
Philadelphia
New York
minutes from numerous
DC
beaches, Wilmington has a
renowned historic district as
well as a vibrant art culture,
literature, film and music
Raleigh
Atlanta
Wilmington
commercial air service to cities
both domestic and abroad,
and is just six miles from the
UNCW campus.
Miami
604 M
973 KM
Airport (ILM) provides
319 M
513 KM
scene. Wilmington International
181 M
291 KM
Charlotte
S afety , H ealth
and W ellness
UNCW is dedicated to providing a
safe and secure environment where
students can learn, live and work.
An on-campus Student Health Center
offers student-centered, quality medical
and pharmacy services, along with
consultations about nutrition, men’s and
women’s health, stress management and
much more. From homesickness to test
anxiety, healthy eating to personal
F itness and R ecreation
development, UNCW provides resources,
UNCW offers a variety of wellness opportunities including a recreation center
support services, and educational and
with cardiovascular conditioning machines, free weights and weight machines.
social programs to help students feel
It also includes sports courts, an indoor track, pools, group exercise studios
their very best inside and out.
and a climbing wall. UNCW offers intramurals, sport clubs, recreation fields
and adventure programs such as camping, surfing and kayaking.
&
MAJORS
DEGREES
C ollege of A rts
and S ciences
Political Science
C ameron S chool
of B usiness
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Journalism
Psychology
Pre-Optometry
Latin American Studies
M.Ed. Education –
Specialization Options
Anthropology
Sociology
Accountancy
Pre-Pharmacy
Leadership Studies
M.A. English
Art History
Spanish
Economics
Pre-Physical Therapy
Middle East & Islamic Studies
M.S. Environmental Studies
Biology
Statistics
Pre-Physician Assistant
Native American Studies
Chemistry
Studio Art
Entrepreneurship &
Business Development
Pre-Podiatry
Neuroscience
M.S.N. Family Nurse Practitioner
& Nurse Educator Options
Communication Studies
Theatre
Finance
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Nonprofit Management & Leadership
General Business
Computer Science
Creative Writing
Criminology
C ollege of H ealth
& H uman S ervices
Human Resource Management
Information Systems
Physical Oceanography
Africana Studies
Public Administration
Russian Studies
M.B.A. International &
Professional Options
Science, Humanities & Society
M.A. Liberal Studies
Security Studies
M.S. Marine Biology
Women’s and Gender Studies
M.S. Marine Science
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Athletic Training
Marketing – Marketing Strategy
Applied Behavior Analysis
& Developmental/Intellectual
Disabilities
Film Studies
Exercise Science
Marketing – Professional Selling
Asian Studies
French
Physical Education & Health (K-12)
Operations Management
Brazilian/Portuguese Studies
Geography
Public Health Studies
Geology
Recreation, Sport Leadership
& Tourism Management
Geosciences
Campaign Management
W atson C ollege
of E ducation
Choral Music
Classical Studies
M.S. Mathematics
M.A. Psychology
M.S.A.C. Accountancy
M.P.A. Public Administration
M.S. Applied Gerontology
M.S.A. School Administration
M.S. Biology
M.S.W. Social Work
M.S. Chemistry
M.A. Sociology & Criminology
M.A. Spanish
Creative Writing – Nonfiction
Elementary Education
Creative Writing – Poetry
School of Nursing
Middle Grades Education
Digital Arts
International Studies
Clinical Research
Secondary Education
Educational Studies
M.S. Clinical Research
& Product Development
Marine Biology
Professional Nursing
Special Education
English as a Second Language
M.S. Coastal & Ocean Policy
Mathematics
RN to BSN
(online accelerated program)
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
M.S. Computer Science
& Information Systems
History
Information Technology
Music
Music Education
Oceanography
Philosophy & Religion
Physics
Recreation Therapy
School of Social Work
Social Work
P re -P rofessional
P rograms
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Law
Pre-Medicine
European Studies
M.S. Instructional Technology
M asters & C ertificates
Education of Young Children
German Studies
M.A. History
Postcolonial Studies
International Business
Management & Leadership
M.S. Geoscience
A dditional M inors
School of Health & Applied
Human Sciences
English
M.F.A. Filmmaking
Certificate and Add-on Licensure
programs available
D octorates
Geospatial Technologies
M.A. Conflict Management
& Resolution
Gerontology
M.F.A. Creative Writing
Ph.D. Marine Biology
International Affairs
M.A.T. Education –
Specialization Options
Ph.D. Psychology
Forensic Science
Jazz Studies
Ed.D. Educational Leadership
Doctorate in Nursing Practice
E xpenses 2015-16
C ampus L ife
With more than 260 student organizations, it’s easy to find classmates
Tuition and Fees .............$20,513
who share your interests. A constant stream of performances, lectures,
Room and Board ............$9,862
athletics and other events means that there’s always something to do on
Books and Supplies* ......$1,082
campus. In addition, International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
Health Insurance ............$1,604
coordinates an international student orientation, a host family and student
Transportation* ...............$1,690
mentor program, and plans events, excursions and trips each semester to
Miscellaneous* ...............$1,618
help international students make the most of their time at UNCW.
Total ...............................$36,369
* estimated cost
Please note: The above figures are
estimates and are subject to change.
Total cost of attendance is calculated to
help students anticipate their costs and
to determine eligibility for financial aid.
Some students will spend more than the
typical amounts, others less, depending
on individual lifestyles and circumstances.
Eligibility for financial aid is based not
on individual preferences and spending
habits, but instead on standard
budget allowances.
H ousing
UNCW offers students safe, affordable and well-maintained residential
facilities. All of our residence halls and apartments have cable TV and
computer labs; some even offer pools and recreation areas, while
round-the-clock staffing ensures security. All first-year students
are required to live on campus.
A cademic S upport
The University Learning Center (ULC) is committed to being a vital part of
UNCW students’ education. The ULC offers free tutoring, a writing center
and a math lab, and helps students improve their general study skills.
E nglish L anguage S upport
UNCW’s English as a Second Language program provides intensive
English language instruction, support and cultural experiences.
The program focuses on academic preparedness through a standardized
curriculum and is accredited by the Commission on English Language
Program Accreditation (CEA).
C areer C enter
The UNCW Career Center is a comprehensive career counseling service that
provides one-on-one counseling, résumé clinics, interview workshops, job and
internship fairs, and a database of more than five million U.S. employers. The
Career Center provides mentoring opportunities with local professionals and
posts over 5,000 jobs and internships each year for students and alumni.
I nternational A dmissions R equirements
TOEFL or IELTS not required if :
• SAT Critical Reading score: 450 or higher (freshmen only)
A ll A pplicants M ust H ave :
• ACT: 20 or higher on Reading (freshmen only)
• Official transcripts, translated to English, for coursework completed outside
of the U.S. for secondary school and post-secondary institutions (if applicable)
• English is native language, some exceptions apply
• A student successfully completes Level 4 in UNCW’s ESL program.
Level 4 participants must maintain a 3.0 GPA and have an attendance
rate above 85 percent while in the ESL program.
• Completed online application
• Non-refundable $75 application fee
• Minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
English proficiency can be waived if a student has completed two college-level courses of
English composition at a U.S. college or university and received a “B” or higher.
• TOEFL or IELTS Score
 Minimum TOEFL score: 71 (Internet-based)
 527 or higher on the paper-based TOEFL.
Students interested in transferring post-secondary school credit must submit a Credential
Evaluation Report from an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
(NACES) company. For more information, please visit www.uncw.edu/intladmissions.
S cholarships
Note: paper-based TOEFL scores will only be accepted from students
enrolled in UNCW’s English as a Second Language program, where the
paper-based TOEFL exam will be offered twice each semester.
 Minimum IELTS score: 6.0
• One letter of recommendation
• Personal essay and short answer question
• Extracurricular involvement
I nternational
D eadline
Fall or summer entry: April 1
Spring entry: October 1
A limited number of competitive, merit-based awards are available
from the Office of International Programs.
O nce Y ou ’ re A dmitted
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) will issue you a visa
eligibility certificate (Form I-20) that you will use to obtain your F-1 visa
from the U.S. embassy or consulate. ISSS will be here to assist you
as you prepare for your arrival and support you as you settle into your
new home away from home.
V irtual T our
Explore UNCW’s campus and learn about our
C ountries represented
at UNCW in F all 2015:
academic programs, campus culture and sports
teams through a self-guided tour.
Australia
France
Norway
uncw.edu/virtualtour
Azerbaijan
Germany
Philippines
Bangladesh
Greece
Romania
Belgium
Honduras
Russia
Belize
Hong Kong
Saudi Arabia
Bolivia
Hungary
Senegal
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Brazil
India
Serbia
information about UNCW!
Burkina Faso
Ireland
South Africa
uncw.edu/admissions/sealevel
Canada
Italy
Spain
Chile
Ivory Coast
Sweden
China
Japan
Switzerland
Colombia
Kenya
Trinidad and Tobago
Czech Republic
Latvia
United Kingdom
Denmark
Morocco
Venezuela
Ecuador
Nepal
Vietnam
El Salvador
Netherlands
Zambia
Finland
Nigeria
G et M ore I nformation
Office of International Programs
601 S. College Rd.
Wilmington, NC 28403-5965
Phone: 00.1.910.962.3685
Email: studyabroad@uncw.edu
uncw.edu/international
UNCW is an EEO/AA institution. Questions regarding UNCW’s Title IX
compliance should be directed to TitleIXCoordinator@UNCW.edu.
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