Western Carolina University College Portrait

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Students
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Admissions
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Classes and Campus Life
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Student Experiences
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Majors, Graduation and Next Steps
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Student Success & Progress
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Student Learning Outcomes
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Undergraduate and Graduate Student Total
Total Students	9,608

Undergraduate Student Demographic Breakdown
Gender
Total Undergraduate Students	7,979

Women	4,259	53%
Men	3,720	47%

Race/Ethnicity
American Indian / Alaskan Native	71	1%
Asian	95	1%
African American / Black	540	7%
Hispanic	261	3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	8	<1%
White	6,611	83%
Two or More Races	224	3%
International	81	1%
Race/Ethnicity Not Reported	88	1%

Geographic Distribution (Degree-Seeking)
Where do WCU undergraduates call home?

North Carolina	92%
Other US States & Territories	6%
Other Countries	<1%
Residency Unknown	1%

How old are WCU undergraduates?
Average Age	23
Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older	18%

Low Income Students
% of Undergraduate Students Who Are Low Income Students	37%