UNC proposes 10% tuition hike for out-of-state students, in-state tuition unchanged
UNC plans to raise out-of-state undergraduate tuition by 10% for 2027-28, keeping in-state rates steady.
The University of North Carolina is proposing a 10% increase in tuition for out-of-state undergraduate students for the 2027-28 academic year, which would add over $4,700 annually and push total tuition and fees above $54,000, ABC11 WTVD reported.
University officials said the increase aims to align UNC's tuition with peer institutions and generate additional revenue, reflecting strong demand from nonresident students, according to the report.
In-state undergraduate tuition would remain unchanged under the proposal, as discussed by the UNC Board of Trustees during a meeting Wednesday, WTVD noted.
Some out-of-state students acknowledged the increase is comparable to costs at other universities, but families expressed concern about the financial impact over time, with affordability influencing college application decisions.
UNC's vice chancellor for finance and operations highlighted that the increase is necessary to meet demand and maintain competitive pricing relative to other schools, the report said.
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