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2026-27 cycleWilmington, NC
University of North Carolina Wilmington
The University of North Carolina Wilmington is a public coastal university known for strong undergraduate research and hands-on applied learning. UNCW offers prominent programs in marine biology, nursing, business, and environmental sciences in an active coastal environment.
Acceptance rate
65%
Undergrad enrollment
14,500
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$80
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| ScholarshipFirst-Year Merit Scholarship Consideration | November 1, 2026 |
| Early ActionEarly Action | November 1, 2026 |
| Financial AidPriority FAFSA Deadline | January 15, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision | January 15, 2027 |
| TransferFall Priority Transfer Application | March 1, 2027 |
| ScholarshipUNCW Internal Scholarship Application Deadline | March 1, 2027 |
| TransferFall Final Transfer Application | June 1, 2027 |
| Financial AidFederal FAFSA Deadline | June 30, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
RequiredCommunity250 words
Reflect on your identity, including your background and experiences, and how you envision your identity contributing to the UNCW community.
OptionalHonors College300 words
After researching the Honors College opportunities at UNCW, explain how the Honors College will enhance your specific experience at UNCW.
Data gathered August 2026.