University of North Carolina School of the Arts
University of North Carolina School of the Arts at a Glance
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About University of North Carolina School of the Arts
According to Wikipedia, The University of North Carolina School of the Arts is an arts school in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It grants a high school diploma, in addition to both undergraduate and graduate degrees. Founded in 1963 as the North Carolina School of the Arts by then-Governor Terry Sanford, it was the first public arts conservatory in the United States. The school owns and operates the Stevens Center in Downtown Winston-Salem and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
University of North Carolina School of the Arts Admissions, Retention, and Graduation Information
| Annual Applications | Acceptance | Retention Rate | Graduation Rate | Median SAT Score | Median ACT Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,139 | 32% | 93% | 82% | 1232 | 26 |
Source: National Center for Education Statistics; applications, acceptance, enrollment and test scores for fall 2022; retention for students who started in fall 2021; graduation rate within six years for students who started in 2016.
How Much Does University of North Carolina School of the Arts Cost To Attend?
| Tuition (in-state) | Fees (in-state) |
|---|---|
| $6,497 | $2,891 |
Source: National Center for Education Statistics; tuition and fees for 2022–23; net price for 2021–22, for first-time, full-time students receiving financial aid.
How Much Do University of North Carolina School of the Arts Graduates Make?
Ten years after starting college, former University of North Carolina School of the Arts students who received federal financial aid earn a median of $46,097 a year, and 94% of those not still in school are working.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; students who started college in 2011–12 or 2012–13, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars.
University of North Carolina School of the Arts's Demographics
Students enrolled at any time during the 2021–22 school year, including part-time and online students.
| Student Body | Under-Grads | Graduates |
|---|---|---|
| 1,127 | 946 | 181 |
Source: National Center for Education Statistics; 12-month enrollment for 2021–22.
Where is University of North Carolina School of the Arts?
University of North Carolina School of the Arts is located at 1533 South Main St., Winston Salem, NC 27127-2738.
What Is University of North Carolina School of the Arts Known For?
University of North Carolina School of the Arts is known for its academic work in the following disciplines:
Who Are University of North Carolina School of the Arts's Most Influential Alumni?
University of North Carolina School of the Arts's most influential alumni include professors and professionals in the fields of Social Work, Literature, and Communications. Here are some of University of North Carolina School of the Arts's most famous alumni:
- Blair Tindall
- An American journalist and oboist.
- Paul Tazewell
- An American costume designer.
- Gillian Murphy
- An American ballet dancer.
- Mary-Louise Parker
- An American actress .
- Tom Hulce
- An American actor and producer.
- Chris Parnell
- An American actor.
- Anthony Mackie
- An American actor.
- Hynden Walch
- An American actress.
- Danny McBride
- An American actor, producer and screenwriter.
- Joe Mantello
- An American director and actor.
- Diedrich Bader
- An American actor.
- David Gordon Green
- An American film director.
