Is University of North Carolina Asheville worth it?
University of North Carolina Asheville is a public, four-year institution in Asheville, North Carolina (small city). It awarded 684 degrees in 2024, most often in psychology, environmental studies and biology sciences.
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Federal context for University of North Carolina Asheville
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Median earnings 1 year after
$28,475
Median earnings 4 years after
$45,777
Median earnings 10 years after
$44,030
Average net price
$12,250
Completion rate
54%
Completions (2024)
684
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
2,910
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $24,666 | $40,673 | 109 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | $25,758 | $46,518 | 85 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $44,945 | $56,479 | 68 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | Bachelor's | $23,023 | $40,444 | 62 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $23,504 | N/A | 54 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $27,682 | $42,743 | 51 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $48,076 | $88,084 | 46 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $27,943 | $47,302 | 46 |
| Public Health | Bachelor's | $27,913 | $42,267 | 46 |
| Engineering, General | Bachelor's | $73,410 | $88,346 | 43 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $19,136 | $33,714 | 40 |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's | $23,964 | $55,698 | 35 |
| Chemistry | Bachelor's | $36,891 | $60,021 | 27 |
| Sociology | Bachelor's | $18,869 | $44,824 | 26 |
| Economics | Bachelor's | $28,301 | $66,736 | 25 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 101 |
| Environmental Studies | Bachelor's | 52 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 51 |
| Digital Arts | Bachelor's | 41 |
| Public Health Education and Promotion | Bachelor's | 41 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 41 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | 30 |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | Bachelor's | 29 |
| Art/Art Studies, General | Bachelor's | 28 |
| Political Science and Government, General | Bachelor's | 26 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 15% | 1,205 |
| Educational Services | 14% | 1,116 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 13% | 1,111 |
| Retail Trade | 13% | 1,082 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 11% | 890 |
| Manufacturing | 7% | 618 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 425 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 294 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of North Carolina Asheville. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for North Carolina. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page