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Institution Statistics
  • Tuition (Out/In State)
    $16,421 / $5,322
  • Average Financial Aid
    $5,929
  • SAT (Reading/Math/Writing)
    620 / 630 / 610
  • ACT (English/Math/Writing)
    26 / 27 / na
  • School Location

     
    University of North Carolina - Wilmington
    601 South College Road
    Wilmington, NC 28403-5963
    General information
    (910) 962-3000

    Also known as: UNCW
    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    UNC Wilmington
    UNC W
    University of NC at Wilmington
    Type of institution: Public, 4-year or above
    Federal Aid: Institution has a Program Participation Agreement with the US Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal aid.
    Degrees offered: Bachelor degrees, Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificates, Masters degrees, Certificates/Post-Master's Certificates, Doctor's degrees
    Accreditation
    Carnegie classification: Master's Colleges and Universities (larger programs)
    Number of students: 13,071 (2010) 11,770 (undergraduate)
    2010-2009 Undergraduate application fee:$ 60

    Estimated academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students
    Tuition and Fees 2007-2008 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011
    In-State $ 4,399 $ 4,528 $ 4,873 $ 5,322
    Out of State $ 14,362 $ 14,695 $ 15,755 $ 16,421
    Books and Supplies $ 934 $ 934 $ 934 $ 985
    On-Campus
    Room and board $ 6,999 $ 7,280 $ 7,690 $ 7,608
    Other Expenses $ 2,431 $ 2,510 $ 2,463 $ 2,672
    Off Campus
    Room and board $ 6,999 $ 7,280 $ 7,690 $ 7,608
    Other Expenses $ 2,431 $ 2,510 $ 2,463 $ 2,672
    Off Campus w/ family
    Other Expenses $ 2,431 $ 2,510 $ 2,880 $ 2,880

    Financial aid 2009-2010

    Financial aid to full-time, first-time undergraduate students

    Type of AidPercentage of students receiving aidAverage amount of aid they received
    Federal Grants (scholarship/fellowship) 20% $ 4,749
    State/Local grants (scholarship/fellowship) 34% $ 3,618
    Institutional grants (scholarship/fellowship) 30% $ 2,517
    Loans to students 49% $ 5,483
     
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    Degrees offered by University of North Carolina - Wilmington

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Accounting

    A program that prepares individuals to practice the profession of accounting and to perform related business functions. Includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Anthropology

    A program that focuses on the systematic study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions, in comparative perspective. Includes instruction in biological/physical anthropology, primatology, human paleontology and prehistoric archeology, hominid...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Art History, Criticism and Conservation

    A program that focuses on the study of the historical development of art as social and intellectual phenomenon, the analysis of works of art, and art conservation. Includes instruction in the theory of art, art history research methods, connoisseurship, the preservation and conservation of works of...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Athletic Training + Trainer

    A program that prepares individuals to work in consultation with, and under the supervision of physicians to prevent and treat sports injuries and associated conditions. Includes instruction in the identification, evaluation, and treatment of athletic injuries and illnesses; first aid and emergency...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Biology + Biological Sciences, General

    A general program of biology at the introductory, basic level or a program in biology or the biological sciences that is undifferentiated as to title or content. Includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Biology Teacher Education

    A program that prepares individuals to teach biology programs at various educational levels.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Business + Managerial Economics

    A program that focuses on the application of economics principles to the analysis of the organization and operation of business enterprises. Includes instruction in monetary theory, banking and financial systems, theory of competition, pricing theory, wage and salary/incentive theory, analysis of markets,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Business Administration and Management, General

    A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Chemistry Teacher Education

    A program that prepares individuals to teach chemistry programs at various educational levels.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Chemistry, General

    A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Cinematography and Film + Video Production

    A program that prepares individuals to communicate dramatic information, ideas, moods, and feelings through the making and producing of films and videos. Includes instruction in theory of film; film technology and equipment operation; film production; film directing; film editing; cinematographic art;...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Communication Studies + Speech Communication and Rhetoric

    A program that focuses on the scientific, humanistic, and critical study of human communication in a variety of formats, media, and contexts. Includes instruction in the theory and practice of interpersonal, group, organizational, professional, and intercultural communication; speaking and listening;...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Computer Science

    A general program that focuses on computers, computing problems and solutions, and the design of computer systems and user interfaces from a scientific perspective. Includes instruction in the principles of computational science, and computing theory; computer hardware design; computer development and...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Creative Writing

    A program that focuses on the process and techniques of original composition in various literary forms such as the short story, poetry, the novel, and others. Includes instruction in technical and editorial skills, criticism, and the marketing of finished manuscripts.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Criminal Justice + Safety Studies

    A program that focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes, and its legal and public policy contexts. Includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Criminology

    A program that focuses on the systematic study of crime as a sociopathological phenomenon, the behavior of criminals, and the social institutions evolved to respond to crime. Includes instruction in the theory of crime, psychological and social bases of criminal behavior, social value systems and the...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Drama and Dramatics + Theatre Arts, General

    A program that focuses on the general study of dramatic works and their performance. Includes instruction in major works of dramatic literature, dramatic styles and types, and the principles of organizing and producing full live or filmed productions.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Economics, General

    A general program that focuses on the systematic study of the production, conservation and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. Includes instruction in economic theory, micro- and macroeconomics, comparative economic...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Education + Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities

    A program that focuses on the design of educational services for children or adults with multiple disabilities which adversely affect their educational performance and that may prepare individuals to teach such students. Includes instruction in identifying students with multiple disabilities, developing...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Elementary Education and Teaching

    A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    English + Language Arts Teacher Education

    A program that prepares individuals to teach English grammar, composition and literature programs at various educational levels.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    English Language and Literature, General

    A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Environmental Science

    A program that focuses on the application of biological, chemical, and physical principles to the study of the physical environment and the solution of environmental problems, including subjects such as abating or controlling environmental pollution and degradation; the interaction between human society...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Environmental Studies

    A program that focuses on environment-related issues using scientific, social scientific, or humanistic approaches or a combination. Includes instruction in the basic principles of ecology and environmental science and related subjects such as policy, politics, law, economics, social aspects, planning,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Finance, General

    A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and analyze the financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Includes instruction in principles of accounting; financial instruments; capital planning; funds acquisition;...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Fine + Studio Arts, General

    A program that prepares individuals to generally function as creative artists in the visual and plastic media. Includes instruction in the traditional fine arts media (drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, CAD/CAM) and/or modern media (ceramics, textiles, intermedia, photography, digital images);...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    French Language and Literature

    A program that focuses on the French language and related dialects and creoles. Includes instruction in French philology, Metropolitan French, Canadian French, African and Caribbean Creoles, French regional dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    French Language Teacher Education

    A program that prepares individuals to teach French language programs at various educational levels.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Geography

    A program that focuses on the systematic study of the spatial distribution and interrelationships of people, natural resources, plant and animal life. Includes instruction in historical and political geography, cultural geography, economic and physical geography, regional science, cartographic methods,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Geology + Earth Science, General

    A program that focuses on the scientific study of the earth; the forces acting upon it; and the behavior of the solids, liquids and gases comprising it. Includes instruction in historical geology, geomorphology, and sedimentology, the chemistry of rocks and soils, stratigraphy, mineralogy, petrology,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    German Language and Literature

    A program that focuses on the German language and related dialects as used in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, neighboring European countries containing German-speaking minorities, and elsewhere. Includes instruction in German philology; Old, Middle, and High German; Plattdeutsch and other regional dialects;...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Health and Physical Education, General

    A general program that focuses on activities and principles that promote physical fitness, achieve and maintain athletic prowess, and accomplish related research and service goals. Includes instruction in human movement studies, motivation studies, rules and practice of specific sports, exercise and...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other

    Any instructional program in the health professions and related clinical sciences not listed above.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    History, General

    A program that focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; studies of specific periods, issues and cultures;...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    International + Global Studies

    A program that focuses on global and international issues from the perspective of the social sciences, social services, and related fields.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Junior High + Intermediate + Middle School Education and Teaching

    A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the middle, intermediate or junior high grades, which may include grades four through nine by regulation.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Kindergarten + Preschool Education and Teaching

    A program that prepares individuals to teach students in formal settings prior to beginning regular elementary school, usually ranging in age from three to six years (or grade one), depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all relevant subject matter.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Kinesiology and Exercise Science

    A scientific program that focuses on the anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and biophysics of human movement, and applications to exercise and therapeutic rehabilitation. Includes instruction in biomechanics, motor behavior, motor development and coordination, motor neurophysiology, performance research,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Management Information Systems, General

    A program that generally prepares individuals to provide and manage data systems and related facilities for processing and retrieving internal business information; select systems and train personnel; and respond to external data requests. Includes instruction in cost and accounting information systems,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography

    A program that focuses on the scientific study of the ecology and behavior of microbes, plants, and animals inhabiting oceans, coastal waters, and saltwater wetlands and their interactions with the physical environment. Includes instruction in chemical, physical, and geological oceanography; molecular,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Marketing + Marketing Management, General

    A program that generally prepares individuals to undertake and manage the process of developing consumer audiences and moving products from producers to consumers. Includes instruction in buyer behavior and dynamics, principle of marketing research, demand analysis, cost-volume and profit relationships,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Mathematics Teacher Education

    A program that prepares individuals to teach mathematics programs at various educational levels.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Mathematics, General

    A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Music Performance, General

    A program that generally prepares individuals to master musical instruments and performing art as solo and/or ensemble performers. Includes instruction on one or more specific instruments from various instrumental groupings.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Music Teacher Education

    A program that prepares individuals to teach music and music appreciation programs at various educational levels.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Music, General

    A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of music and the performing arts. Includes instruction in music, dance, and other performing arts media.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Oceanography, Chemical and Physical

    A program that focuses on the scientific study of the chemical components, mechanisms, structure, and movement of ocean waters and their interaction with terrestrial and atmospheric phenomena. Includes instruction in material inputs and outputs, chemical and biochemical transformations in marine systems,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management

    A program that prepares individuals to develop and manage park facilities and other indoor and outdoor recreation and leisure facilities. Includes instruction in supervising support personnel, health and safety standards, public relations, and basic business and marketing principles.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other

    Any instructional program in philosophy and religion not listed above.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Physical Education Teaching and Coaching

    A program that prepares individuals to teach physical education programs and/or to coach sports at various educational levels.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Physics, General

    A general program that focuses on the scientific study of matter and energy, and the formulation and testing of the laws governing the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Includes instruction in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, mechanics, wave properties,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Political Science and Government, General

    A general program that focuses on the systematic study of political institutions and behavior. Includes instruction in political philosophy, political theory, comparative government and politics, political parties and interest groups, public opinion, political research methods, studies of the government...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Psychology, General

    A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Public Health Education and Promotion

    A program that focuses on the application of educational and communications principles and methods to the promotion of preventive health measures and the education of targeted populations on health issues, and prepares individuals to function as public health educators and health promotion specialists....

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

    A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, infirmed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Social Work

    A program that prepares individuals for the professional practice of social welfare administration and counseling, and that focus on the study of organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Includes instruction in social welfare policy; case work planning;...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Sociology

    A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Spanish Language and Literature

    A program that focuses on the Spanish language and related dialects. Includes instruction in Spanish philology, Modern Castillan, various Latin American dialects, regional Spanish dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Spanish Language Teacher Education

    A program that prepares individuals to teach Spanish language programs at various educational levels.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Special Education and Teaching, General

    A general program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to children or adults with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special education teachers. Includes instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Statistics, General

    A general program that focuses on the relationships between groups of measurements, and similarities and differences, using probability theory and techniques derived from it. Includes instruction in the principles in probability theory, binomial distribution, regression analysis, standard deviation,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other

    Any instructional program in teacher education, specific academic and vocational programs not listed in the Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, General category.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Bachelor degree
    Therapeutic Recreation + Recreational Therapy

    A program that prepares individuals to plan, organize, and direct recreational activities designed to promote health and well-being for patients who are physically, mentally, or emotionally disabled. Includes instruction in the foundations of therapeutic recreation, leisure education and counseling,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Certificates/Post-Master's Certificate
    Family Practice Nurse/Nursing

    A program that prepares registered nurses to provide independent general care for family groups and individuals in the context of family living. Includes instruction in family theory and intervention, role synthesis, family primary care, nursing practice and health care policy, holistic practice, pediatric...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
    Community Organization and Advocacy

    A program that focuses on the theories, principles, and practice of providing services to communities, organizing communities and neighborhoods for social action, serving as community liaisons to public agencies, and using community resources to furnish information, instruction, and assistance to all...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
    Educational + Instructional Media Design

    A program that focuses on the principles and techniques of creating instructional products and related educational resources in various formats or combinations such as film, video, recording, text, art, CD-ROM, computer software, virtual reality technology, and three-dimensional objects, and that prepares...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
    Environmental Studies

    A program that focuses on environment-related issues using scientific, social scientific, or humanistic approaches or a combination. Includes instruction in the basic principles of ecology and environmental science and related subjects such as policy, politics, law, economics, social aspects, planning,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
    Geography

    A program that focuses on the systematic study of the spatial distribution and interrelationships of people, natural resources, plant and animal life. Includes instruction in historical and political geography, cultural geography, economic and physical geography, regional science, cartographic methods,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
    Gerontology

    A program that focuses on the human aging process and aged human populations, using the knowledge and methodologies of the social sciences, psychology and the biological and health sciences.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
    Spanish Language and Literature

    A program that focuses on the Spanish language and related dialects. Includes instruction in Spanish philology, Modern Castillan, various Latin American dialects, regional Spanish dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Doctor's degree
    Educational Leadership and Administration, General

    A program that focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other educational organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may prepare individuals as general administrators and supervisors.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Doctor's degree
    Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography

    A program that focuses on the scientific study of the ecology and behavior of microbes, plants, and animals inhabiting oceans, coastal waters, and saltwater wetlands and their interactions with the physical environment. Includes instruction in chemical, physical, and geological oceanography; molecular,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Accounting

    A program that prepares individuals to practice the profession of accounting and to perform related business functions. Includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Biology + Biological Sciences, General

    A general program of biology at the introductory, basic level or a program in biology or the biological sciences that is undifferentiated as to title or content. Includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Business Administration and Management, General

    A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Chemistry, General

    A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Computer and Information Sciences, General

    A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems as part of a broad and/or interdisciplinary program. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Creative Writing

    A program that focuses on the process and techniques of original composition in various literary forms such as the short story, poetry, the novel, and others. Includes instruction in technical and editorial skills, criticism, and the marketing of finished manuscripts.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Curriculum and Instruction

    A program that focuses on the curriculum and related instructional processes and tools, and that may prepare individuals to serve as professional curriculum specialists. Includes instruction in curriculum theory, curriculum design and planning, instructional material design and evaluation, curriculum...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Educational + Instructional Media Design

    A program that focuses on the principles and techniques of creating instructional products and related educational resources in various formats or combinations such as film, video, recording, text, art, CD-ROM, computer software, virtual reality technology, and three-dimensional objects, and that prepares...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Educational Administration and Supervision, Other

    Any instructional program in education administration and supervision not listed in the Educational Administration and Supervision, General category.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Educational Leadership and Administration, General

    A program that focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other educational organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may prepare individuals as general administrators and supervisors.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Elementary Education and Teaching

    A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    English Language and Literature, General

    A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Environmental Studies

    A program that focuses on environment-related issues using scientific, social scientific, or humanistic approaches or a combination. Includes instruction in the basic principles of ecology and environmental science and related subjects such as policy, politics, law, economics, social aspects, planning,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Family Practice Nurse/Nursing

    A program that prepares registered nurses to provide independent general care for family groups and individuals in the context of family living. Includes instruction in family theory and intervention, role synthesis, family primary care, nursing practice and health care policy, holistic practice, pediatric...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Geology + Earth Science, General

    A program that focuses on the scientific study of the earth; the forces acting upon it; and the behavior of the solids, liquids and gases comprising it. Includes instruction in historical geology, geomorphology, and sedimentology, the chemistry of rocks and soils, stratigraphy, mineralogy, petrology,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Gerontology

    A program that focuses on the human aging process and aged human populations, using the knowledge and methodologies of the social sciences, psychology and the biological and health sciences.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other

    Any instructional program in the health professions and related clinical sciences not listed above.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    History, General

    A program that focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; studies of specific periods, issues and cultures;...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Junior High + Intermediate + Middle School Education and Teaching

    A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the middle, intermediate or junior high grades, which may include grades four through nine by regulation.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Liberal Arts and Sciences + Liberal Studies

    A program that is a structured combination of the arts, biological and physical sciences, social sciences, and humanities, emphasizing breadth of study. Includes instruction in independently designed, individualized, or regular programs.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography

    A program that focuses on the scientific study of the ecology and behavior of microbes, plants, and animals inhabiting oceans, coastal waters, and saltwater wetlands and their interactions with the physical environment. Includes instruction in chemical, physical, and geological oceanography; molecular,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Mathematics, General

    A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Oceanography, Chemical and Physical

    A program that focuses on the scientific study of the chemical components, mechanisms, structure, and movement of ocean waters and their interaction with terrestrial and atmospheric phenomena. Includes instruction in material inputs and outputs, chemical and biochemical transformations in marine systems,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Psychology, General

    A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Public Administration

    A program that prepares individuals to serve as managers in the executive arm of local, state, and federal government; and that focuses on the systematic study of executive organization and management. Includes instruction in the roles, development, and principles of public administration; the management...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Reading Teacher Education

    A program that prepares individuals to diagnose reading difficulties and to teach reading programs at various educational levels.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Secondary Education and Teaching

    A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the secondary grades, which may include grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system or state regulations. May include preparation to teach a comprehensive curriculum or specific subject matter.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Social Work

    A program that prepares individuals for the professional practice of social welfare administration and counseling, and that focus on the study of organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Includes instruction in social welfare policy; case work planning;...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Sociology

    A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Spanish Language and Literature

    A program that focuses on the Spanish language and related dialects. Includes instruction in Spanish philology, Modern Castillan, various Latin American dialects, regional Spanish dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Special Education and Teaching, General

    A general program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to children or adults with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special education teachers. Includes instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities,...

    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    Masters degree
    Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other

    Any instructional program in teacher education and professional development not listed in the Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, General category.

     

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