North Carolina Wesleyan University
North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) was founded in 1956 and is a private co-educational liberal arts university, affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Recently, NCWU was named one of the top ten most affordable colleges in NC and the most affordable private university in the state. NCWU offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs, and prepares students for professional advancement, lifelong learning and responsible participation in their communities.
Education can make a huge difference in someone’s life, but how that education is delivered will make the biggest difference of all. At NCWU, we promise to deliver a quality education to students that is personal, practical and purpose-driven. To learn more about NCWU and 'Why Wesleyan?', please visit here.
Education can make a huge difference in someone’s life, but how that education is delivered will make the biggest difference of all. At NCWU, we promise to deliver a quality education to students that is personal, practical and purpose-driven. To learn more about NCWU and 'Why Wesleyan?', please visit here.
Accepts first-year applicationsSouthPrivateRuralSmall (2,000 and under)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Research
- Science
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Music
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Social Science
- Psychology
- Computer Science
- Public health
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Religious Affiliation
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
NCWU operates on a rolling admissions calendar and we make it easy for you!
To be considered for admission, simply complete and submit your application online by clicking here. There is no fee to apply and NCWU does not require the SAT and/or ACT for admission and/or scholarship consideration. Once our office has received your application and high school transcript(s), you will receive an admissions decision within 7-10 business days. If at any time during the application process you have questions or concerns, feel free to contact one of our admission counselors!
To be considered for admission, simply complete and submit your application online by clicking here. There is no fee to apply and NCWU does not require the SAT and/or ACT for admission and/or scholarship consideration. Once our office has received your application and high school transcript(s), you will receive an admissions decision within 7-10 business days. If at any time during the application process you have questions or concerns, feel free to contact one of our admission counselors!
Transfer
NCWU operates on a rolling admissions calendar and we make it easy for you!
To be considered for admission, simply complete and submit your application online by clicking here. There is no fee to apply. Once our office has received your application and official transcripts for each post-secondary institution (community college or university) you have attended, you will receive an admissions decision within 7-10 business days. If at any time during the application process you have questions or concerns, feel free to contact one of our admission counselors!
To be considered for admission, simply complete and submit your application online by clicking here. There is no fee to apply. Once our office has received your application and official transcripts for each post-secondary institution (community college or university) you have attended, you will receive an admissions decision within 7-10 business days. If at any time during the application process you have questions or concerns, feel free to contact one of our admission counselors!
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Visit us
Choosing a college is a difficult decision and North Carolina Wesleyan University is here to help make that decision easier for you. We invite you to tour our beautiful 200-acre campus, as we fully believe that this is the best way to solidify your college decision. NCWU offers tours Monday through Saturday, both physical and virtual. For more information and to schedule your tour today, please visit here!