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UVA vs UNC Chapel Hill
Side-by-side admissions data for University of Virginia and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. See which school matches your profile.
| Metric | UVA | UNC Chapel Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 16.6% | 17% |
| SAT Range (25th-75th) | 1370–1510 | 1350–1510 |
| Average GPA | 4.32 | 4.39 |
| Undergrad Enrollment | 17,500 | 19,770 |
| Type | Public | Public |
| Location | Charlottesville, VA | Chapel Hill, NC |
| Founded | 1819 | 1789 |
| Test Policy | Test-Optional | Test-Optional |
| Need-Blind | No | No |
| Meets Full Need | Yes | Yes |
Which is right for you?
UVA and UNC Chapel Hill weight admissions factors differently. Understanding these differences helps you decide which school better fits your strengths.
Both schools weight admissions factors similarly according to CDS data. The difference comes down to your personal fit, campus culture, and academic interests.
UNC Chapel Hill
Original public Ivy, with a residential atmosphere and Tar Heel athletics.
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