Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
81.8%
Acceptance Rate
$4,630
Avg Cost (In-State)
$8,630
Avg Cost (Out-of-State)
59.7%
Graduation Rate
10,024
Total Enrollment
Popular programs
Application requirements
Regular Deadline
March 1
Early Deadline
November 15 (Early Action)
Common App
Yes
Test Policy
Test Optional
Essays Required
0
Letters of Rec
0
Interview
Not required
Essays: No essay required for admission
Requirements are AI-generated from public data and may change. Always verify directly with the college.
Getting there
Graduate outcomes
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
$43,085
Median Earnings at 6 Years
median graduate salary 6 years after starting
$49,458
Median Earnings at 10 Years
median graduate salary 10 years after starting
60%
4-Year Graduation Rate
students completing degree within 4 years
Earnings data: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect federal aid recipients only — actual median earnings may be higher at schools where many students receive grants rather than loans.
Earnings by major
Median earnings 1 year after graduation, by bachelor's program. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard FieldOfStudy data.
| Program | Median earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | $68,774 | $79,533 | 245 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $39,513 | $57,713 | 242 |
| Marketing. | $33,197 | $56,568 | 191 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | $38,682 | $55,903 | 171 |
| Psychology, General. | $27,505 | $48,350 | 149 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | $40,594 | $47,105 | 129 |
| Biology, General. | $28,381 | $50,180 | 107 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | $40,575 | $58,076 | 88 |
Tracked through federal tax records. Programs with fewer than 30 graduates with reported earnings are privacy-suppressed. 4-year figure tracks the same cohort 3 years later.
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