These are the best colleges in NC, national report says. See how the schools ranked

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North Carolina is home to several prestigious colleges and universities, with a new report from Niche highlighting the top-ranked schools in the state.

Using data from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of student and alumni reviews, Niche’s 2024 list evaluates academics, admissions, financial burden, and student life.

Top Colleges in North Carolina:

1. Duke University (Durham)
   Niche Grade: A+
   Duke is praised for its strong academics, athletics, and diversity. One student described Duke as providing a "transformative experience" with an enriching community.
2. Davidson College (Davidson)
   Niche Grade: A+
3. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Chapel Hill)
   Niche Grade: A+
4. Wake Forest University (Winston-Salem)
   Niche Grade: A+
5. North Carolina State University (Raleigh)
   Niche Grade: A

Other Notable Schools:

• UNC School of the Arts (Winston-Salem) – B+
• Appalachian State University (Boone) – B+
• UNC Greensboro (Greensboro) – B+
• UNC Charlotte (Charlotte) – B+
• UNC Wilmington (Wilmington) – B+
• East Carolina University (Greenville) – B
• Western Carolina University (Cullowhee) – B
• Meredith College (Raleigh) – B
• North Carolina A&T State University (Greensboro) – B
• Queens University of Charlotte (Charlotte) – B