Study abroad in the US at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW):

Founded in 1947, the public University of North Carolina, Wilmington (UNCW) has an outstanding academic ranking, and offers its current 18,000 students a typically American campus flair close to the beach.

Your advantages

  • a variety of practice-oriented bachelor’s and master’s programs as well as doctoral possibilities
  • AACSB-accredited business faculty
  • small classes
  • applied learning in one of the best institutions in the country
  • particularly attractive location for optimal leisure time and travel through the US
  • more than 260 campus clubs and teams
  • study in the Hollywood of the East Coast near beautiful beaches
  • scholarship possibilities

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Study programs at UNC Wilmington

Choose from a variety of interesting classes the right one for you. At UNCW you can stay for one or two semesters abroad, a complete Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree or even your PhD:

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Study start and duration of study

At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, the academic year is divided into two semesters of 4 months each. So there are two possible starting dates every year, in January and in August.

The semester begins with two orientation days, during which new students get to know the impressive and expansive UNCW campus, as well as their fellow students and professors, and have lots of fun with many fun activities.

The next possible start dates are:

Fall 2023:

  • First day of class: August 23, 2023

  • End of classes: December 14, 2023

Spring 2024:

  • First day of class: January 10, 2024

  • End of classes: May 7, 2024

Do you have questions about the study programs and subjects at the UNCW in the USA? We advise you free of charge and without obligation, help you to find the right study program and answer your questions!

Wilmington (North Carolina) – the home of UNCW

The city of Wilmington – a historic city located on the East Coast of the US that is widely known from TV-series and movie productions. Here, students will find breathtaking beaches and the largest port in the state of North Carolina. The moderately warm temperatures in North Carolina are perfect to escape the German autumn and winter gray. Lagoons and lighthouses, the Blue Ridge Mountains and the unique coastal landscape make the area a particularly attractive study location. Learn more about Wilmington, the home of UNC Wilmington.

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Study Abroad USA – Scholarships

Studying abroad in the US often implies higher costs than in Germany. The International Student Office is the direct German office of UNCW and awards several partial scholarships to students from Germany every year. Our scholarships are awarded every six months and are combined with authentic reports or social media posts from our scholarship winners. Click here to learn more about our scholarships and terms and conditions.

Other Financing Options

In addition to our partial scholarships, there are other ways to finance your studies abroad at UNCW in the US, such as Auslands BAföG. By the way, UNCW students are allowed to work on campus – there are over 1000 student jobs. So you can supplement the pocket money for study abroad and invest it in recreational activities. Even a paid internship in the US is possible.

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Be a Seahawk

At UNCW, there are over 260 clubs and teams within the Seahawk community. The Seahawks, the university’s sports teams, fill huge stadiums at their games, fueled by their fans – a feeling you’ll never forget. Of course, the seahawk – Sammy, the well-known mascot of the UNCW, should not be missing. Our alumnis know: Once a Seahawk – always a Seahawk! Whether it’s an a capella choir, a sports team or events like UNCWeekends and Beach Blast – at UNCW, you can make life-long experiences and fully enjoy American campus life.

Tuition at UNC Wilmington

Compared to most European universities, studying in the US, even at state universities, entails higher costs. At UNCW in North Carolina, tuition fees depends on the degree you would like to achieve. Whether it’s a bachelor’s, master’s, full bachelor’s, master’s or English course you are interested in, here you can find a list of the current tuition fees from the University of North Carolina Wilmington.

Living at UNCW

Experience the typical American university flair as seen on the cinema screen: At UNCW students live on campus – either in apartments or rooms. Sports facilities, parks, the cinema, 16 restaurants, the cafeteria, the book store and the large library are nearby and easily accessible through campus. One of the most popular surfing beaches, Wrightsville Beach, is just minutes from the campus and offers students plenty of recreational opportunities.

UNCW-Ambassadors

Do you have questions that you would like to ask a UNCW student? Our UNCW ambassadors have spent time studying abroad at our university in the US and know UNC Wilmington like the back of their hand. The Ambassadors are happy to answer all your questions and give you first-hand advices on living and studying at the UNCW in North Carolina. Contact our UNCW Ambassadors here.

Going to UNCW was the best decision I could have made for my international term.

Franziska F.

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Your application to UNC Wilmington

You want to become Seahawk? The International Student Office team is happy to assist you during the entire application process at UNCW, completely free of charge. Simply contact us directly or start to inform yourself about the application process and all the necessary documents that need to be submitted. You want to start submitting your application? Take the first step towards studying abroad in the United States.

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Downloads and further information

Brochures and forms:

Please find more information as well as forms and guides for your study abroad term at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) in the US below: