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Learn about the arts, academics, research and public service at Carolina, the nation's first public university. Find COVID-19 resources, admissions information and how to support the Tar Heels.
- About the University
The nation’s first public university is at the heart of...
- Admissions and Aid
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- Academics
UNC-Chapel Hill is a global leader known for its innovative...
- Arts and Culture
The arts are a central part of the Carolina experience. Each...
- Athletics
Athletics - The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Come Visit Us
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- Diversity and Inclusion
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- About the University
The University of North Carolina is the public university system for the state of North Carolina. Overseeing the state's 16 public universities and the NC School of Science and Mathematics, it is commonly referred to as the UNC System to differentiate it from its first campus, UNC-Chapel Hill.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC, UNC-Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Chapel Hill, or simply Carolina) is a public research university in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Chartered in 1789, the university first began enrolling students in 1795, making it one of the oldest public universities in the United States .
UNC-Chapel Hill is a global leader known for its innovative teaching and ground-breaking research. Carolina offers a variety of courses and programs to prepare students to thrive in a rapidly evolving economy.
The nation’s first public university is at the heart of what’s next, preparing a diverse student body to become creators, explorers, innovators and leaders in North Carolina and throughout the world.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a public institution that was founded in 1789. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 20,210 (fall 2022), and the campus size is 729 acres.
students joined Carolina in Fall 2023 as first-years or transfers. Our students make our campus the special place it is — one that's full of caring people, asking important questions, unafraid to explore. Apply To Join Us.
