EANon-Binding
UNC-Chapel Hill
UNC offers Early Action for students who want an earlier decision. It is highly competitive for out-of-state students.
Key Dates
Application Deadline
October 15, 2025
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Decision Notification
January 24, 2026
Decisions released online
Admission Statistics
Overall Acceptance Rate
17%
SAT Range (Mid-50%)
1370–1500
Frequently Asked Questions
Is UNC-Chapel Hill's EA program binding?
No. UNC-Chapel Hill's EA program is non-binding. If admitted, you have until May 1st to make your final enrollment decision, giving you time to compare financial aid offers from Regular Decision schools.
When will UNC-Chapel Hill release EA decisions?
UNC-Chapel Hill typically releases EA decisions around January 24, 2026. Decisions are released online through the applicant portal.
Verify your school list
Make sure your other early applications are compatible with your UNC-Chapel Hill EA application.
Open the SCEA Compatibility Checker