University of North Carolina at Charlotte vs University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill: which has better ROI?
The verdict
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has the better ROI: it clears its 4-year net cost of $46,620 in 2 years versus 6.9 years at University of North Carolina at Charlotte, on median earnings of $72,200 vs $57,289 ten years out. (Scorecard, 2026 · our math.)
| Measure | University of North Carolina at Charlotte | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Net price / yr | $15,435 | $11,655 |
| Total net cost | $61,740 | $46,620 |
| Median earnings, 10 yrs | $57,289 | $72,200 |
| Median debt | $21,500 | $14,000 |
| Payback | 6.9 yrs | 2 yrs |
| 20-year net return | $116,840 | $430,180 |
College Scorecard (2026), institution-level · payback and returns are our math. Figures blend all majors.