Break Barriers. Not the Bank.

Write your own success story at UNC Pembroke. NC Promise offers $500 in-state and $2,500

out-of-state, undergraduate tuition per semester.

Our Heritage

Founded in 1887 as a school for the education of American Indians, © Copyright 2025 51³Ô¹ÏÍø now serves a distinctly diverse student body and encourages inclusion and appreciation for the values of all people. Learn more about our unique heritage and history.

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Museum
Visit the Museum of the Southeast American Indian located in historic Old Main

Get There From Here

Jordan Edgerton
Jordan Edgerton

Exercise Sport & Science 2014
Infielder, Kansas City T-Bones: All-American third baseman at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø. Drafted by Atlanta Braves in 2014 MLB Draft. Played for the Danville Braves, Rome Braves, Carolina Mudcats and Florida Fire Frogs. South Atlantic League All-star, All-Appalachian League.

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Larry Chavis

Accounting 1972
President, CEO, Lumbee Guaranty Bank. Served the last three decades as president of Lumbee Guaranty Bank. Under his leadership, the bank has expanded to 14 locations. His banking experience spans four decades. Avid community supporter. Distinguished 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Alumni Award winner.

Davance Locklear
Davance Locklear

History 2000
Lieutenant colonel, U.S. Air Force Reserves. Commercial pilot. American Airlines. After earning his degree, Davance joined the United States Air Force. Completed 625 combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. Awarded six air medals for combat and four Meritorious Service awards.

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Melanie Cobb

Biology 2007
Histotechnologist, Norfolk, Va. Standout 51³Ô¹ÏÍø soccer player. Holds multiple school records in scoring and assists. Inducted into the Hall of Fame. Works as a histotechnologist with a dermatology practice in Virginia.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø By the Numbers

150+

Pathways to a Degree

51³Ô¹ÏÍø offers more than 150 pathways to undergraduate and graduate degrees. Here, there is something for everyone.

Pathways to a Degree

14:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Students receive individualized attention from highly skilled faculty who want you to succeed.    

Student-Faculty Ratio

365+

Scholarships & Awards

Our scholarship portal, Brave ASSIST, makes it easy to find and apply, but your FAFSA must be completed to be eligible! 

Opportunities

120+

Clubs & Organizations

51³Ô¹ÏÍø offers more than 120 clubs & organizations to keep you engaged and involved during your college experience.

Involvement

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