Carolina will soon welcome thousands of new students, each bringing unique talents, passions and interests that will shape the future of UNC-Chapel Hill.
Read about our newest Tar HeelsUNC-Chapel Hill is at the heart of what’s next, preparing talented students from different perspectives and life experiences to become creators, explorers, entrepreneurs and leaders. Tar Heels develop a voice for critical thought and the courage to guide change.
Carolina’s nationally recognized teaching, groundbreaking research and dedication to public service continue a legacy that began when the University was chartered in 1789 and opened to students four years later.
We are committed to ensuring that every student who earns admission can come to Carolina and thrive. Carolina offers a transformative opportunity to Tar Heels, regardless of income and from all walks of life.
Learn more about how UNC-Chapel Hill sets students up for success.
Carolina’s role as a leading national university spurs opportunity for North Carolina: for the next generation of students, for our economy and for our innovation that builds the state’s future.
Learn more about Carolina initiatives and people building for the future.
The nation’s first public university is North Carolina’s premier research enterprise, powered by more than 200 years of innovations. Carolina research provides economic impact, supporting programs that help local businesses create jobs and wealth for communities, leading to a better economy for all of North Carolina.
As the Tar Heel state’s flagship university, UNC-Chapel Hill takes immense pride in serving North Carolina and its great people. Explore the way Carolina’s impact is felt statewide — from Carolina research and University-affiliated startups to Tar Heel alumni and Carolina employee contributions.
The annual Lift for Life event hosted by Carolina’s Uplifting Athletes chapter shows support for those affected by rare diseases.
Developed through campuswide collaboration, the Simple Syllabus tool allows students to make informed choices about classes.
Did you know the University’s first leader was Irish?
After a winter storm brought snow to Chapel Hill on Jan. 24, Carolina students enjoyed a chilly Sunday and stayed safe by hanging out with friends, taking pictures by the Old Well and sledding down campus hills.
Photos by Jon Gardiner, University Communications and Marketing
The Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Research in Black Culture and History
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Dean E. Smith Center
Sun, August 1605:30 pm
Hanes Art Center
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Hanes Art Center
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