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University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Charlotte, North Carolina

  • Overview
  • Accessibility
  • Demographics
  • Cost
  • Online Offerings
  • Outcomes
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University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a public college in Charlotte, North Carolina and has been named to the Abound: Finish College 100 Best Online Colleges, Best Online Colleges: South, and Best Colleges for Military and Veterans award lists for 2024. The school’s online program features 9 online degree options and 1,258 online students. The on-campus average net price to attend is $13,951 and the per-credit hour charge for part-time students is $159. The school offers online degrees, academic counseling services, career services, credit for military training, and more.

Overview

School Type

  • Online
  • Public

Website: www.charlotte.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Career services:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:No
  • Credit for life experiences:No
  • On-Campus day care:No

Demographics

Part-time students
3,372 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:20,089
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:2,757
  • Pell Grant students:8,473
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:1,258
  • Students over 25 years old
    11%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$159
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$13,951
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Online & Distance Programs

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Bachelor's degrees offered

  • Education(1)
  • Engineering Technologies and Engineering-related Fields(2)
  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies(1)
  • Social Sciences(2)
  • Health Professions and Related Programs(3)
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Outcomes

  • Retention rate for part-time students:68%
  • Graduation rate for part-time students:36%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
516 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
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Featured Programs & Degrees

Healthcare
Nursing
Science & Technology
Healthcare
Classroom Type
Online
Accelerated?
Yes
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Healthcare Program Overview

Students interested in the Neurodiagnostics and Sleep Science (NDSS) or the Bachelors of Science in Respiratory Therapy degree program must have completed an associate degree. Students will complete additional courses in education, research, administration, and more. 

Degree Options Include

B.S. in Neurodiagnostics And Sleep Science
B.S. in Respiratory Therapy

Nursing
Classroom Type
Online
Accelerated?
Yes
Transfer Credits?
No

R.N. to B.S.N. Completion Program

The online RN to B.S.N. Completion Program provides the associate degree or diploma-prepared registered nurse an opportunity to earn his or her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (B.S.N.). Registered nurses who have completed an associate’s degree or diploma program are candidates for this online degree.

Science & Technology
Classroom Type
Online
Accelerated?
Yes
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Science & Technology Program Overview

Electrical Engineering Technology (ELET): Almost any aspect of communications, electric instrumentation, power generation and distribution, computer applications and networking, or consumer electronics has a need for graduates with an understanding of the applications of electrical technology.

The Fire Safety Engineering Technology program at UNC Charlotte leads to a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Safety Engineering Technology. Students interested in pursuing careers in fire and safety can complete this degree, which includes coursework on technical and non-technical aspects in the field.

Degree Options Include

B.S. in Engineering Technology: Electrical
B.S. in Engineering Technology: Fire Safety

Contact University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Contact Admissions

Claire Kirby

Claire.Kirby@uncc.edu

704-687-5507

Main Campus

9201 University City Blvd

Charlotte, NC 28223

704-687-8622

Find Us Online

distanceed.uncc.edu

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