College Scorecard data · Updated August 17, 2026
| Tuition | Difference | |
|---|---|---|
| Western Carolina University (in-state) | $4,630 | — |
| NC average | $14,116 | -67% |
| National average | $18,082 | -74% |
In-state tuition at Western Carolina University is $4,630 per year; out-of-state students pay $8,630.
Western Carolina University in-state tuition is 67% below the NC average of $14,116.
National average in-state tuition is $18,082; Western Carolina University is 74% below that.
$4,630 is the official in-state tuition published by College Scorecard for the most recent cohort year.