Grounded in service, driven by impact and shaped by a sense of shared belonging, UNC-Chapel Hill impacts each of North Carolina’s 100 counties
Discover our commitment to all North CaroliniansUNC-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.
The Tar Heels turned Ireland Carolina Blue with academic collaborations, service and cultural events around the football season opener in Dublin.
A transformative $20 million grant advances Carolina's bold vision for how people experience the arts on campus.
Learn about the 6,325 new students beginning their Carolina journeys this fall, including their academic strengths, extracurricular activities and more.
In the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, the University is also among the nation's top five public universities for the 25th straight year.
George Watts Hill Alumni Center
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The Rizzo Center
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Hill Hall, Moeser Auditorium
Tue, September 2907:30 pm
UNC School of Social Work
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