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Western Carolina University creates engaged learning opportunities that incorporate teaching, research and service through residential, distance education and international experiences. The university focuses its academic programs, educational outreach, research and creative activities, and cultural activities to improve individual lives and enhance economic and community development in the region, state and nation.

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9,407 students

39% admitted

$2,998 tuition/year

  • 6,983 full time
  • 2,424 part time
  • 3,266 men full time
  • 3,717 women full time
  • 14,979 applied
  • 5,813 admitted
  • 1,440 enrolled
  • $12,595 out of state
  • $2,389 fees
  • $6,650 room & board
  • $2,024 books

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Institution Type: Public
Campus Setting: Town, distant from an urban area
Highest Degree Offered: Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice
Level of Institution: Four or more years
Calendar: Semester
9,407 Students
Non-Degree Undergrads Graduates
Reviews: In Three Sentences
  • Susan from Conover, NC
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  • “If you are looking for a superb education, a beautiful campus, and a phenomenal college experience at a competitive price, Western Carolina University is the perfect college for you. Smack…”

  • May-20-2012 » Read More
  • Samantha from Clayton, NC
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  • “The environment is amazing and not only the teachers but everyone is very helpful. Western will your home away from home and you will be proud to call yourself a…”

  • Jan-10-2012 » Read More
  • Shahidah from Columbia, SC
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  • “WCU is a very interesting place with many different types of characters. It has a lot of opportunities to participate in fun things. WCU is a very beautiful place, especially…”

  • Jan-06-2012 » Read More
  • Megan from Lewisville, NC
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  • “i would rate western carolina with an 8 because they are still growing. the reason i say this is because they are still developing or trying to become a bigger…”

  • Jan-27-2012 » Read More
Western Carolina University
  • Located in Cullowhee, NC
  • Public
  • 9,407 students enrolled
  • 39% admitted
  • $2,998 annual cost to attend
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Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
  • 5
  • NC
  • Nov-13-2011 I am a current student here

    One of the best decisions I ever made was choosing this school.

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  • 5
  • Megan from Lumberton, NC
  • Oct-21-2011 I am researching this school and have not visited the campus

    I Love how its Diverse , and there are so many activities to do that you will never get bored , even if your doing Pre-Med :)

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  • 3
  • Joanna from Franklin, NC
  • Oct-10-2011 I am a past student here

    The atmosphere is very inviting. The mountains are beautiful and there are so many things to do outdoors. The student body can be kind of cliquish. Try and get into as many organizations as possible.

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  • 5
  • Victoria from Monroe, NC
  • Sep-20-2011 I am a current student here

    There are movies every weekend at the school theater, there's a pool, and there's a recreation center with a climbing wall. The people are pretty nice and the food is good. There's a Subway on campus as well as a Panda Express. There are sometimes concerts too. There is a good health center. The band is great.

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