Western Carolina University

Highway 107, Cullowhee, North Carolina 28723-9646

4-year, Public Town: Distant

Key Statistics

11,628
Total Students
10,009
Undergraduates
16 to 1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Yes
Campus Housing

Tuition & Costs (2024-2025)

Tuition & Fees

In-State
$4,630
Out-of-State
$8,630
Books & Supplies
$800

Living Arrangements

On Campus
Food & Housing: $12,354
Other Expenses:
$3,381
Off Campus
Food & Housing: $12,854
Other Expenses:
$3,381
With Family
Food & Housing: $5,640
Other Expenses:
$3,381
+1.5%

Total Annual Costs

In-State

$21,165
On Campus
+4.2% from last year
$21,665
Off Campus
+3.8% from last year
$8,811
With Family
+3% from last year

Out-of-State

$25,165
On Campus
+3.5% from last year
$25,665
Off Campus
+3.2% from last year
$12,811
With Family
+2% from last year

Degrees & Awards Offered

Less than one year certificate
Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Doctor's degree - professional practice

Special Learning Opportunities

Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Distance education – undergraduate programs offered
Distance education – graduate programs offered
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Undergraduate research (co-curricula)
Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
Comprehensive transition and postsecondary program for students with intellectual disabilities

Student Services

Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students' children

Contact Information

Phone
(828) 227-7100
Address
Highway 107, Cullowhee, North Carolina 28723-9646
IPEDS ID
200004

Federal Financial Aid

Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).