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When Tar ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ come to UNC-Chapel Hill, they meet a world of possibilities. At Carolina, everyone has a role to play.

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230 years of public service

UNC-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 ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ 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.

  • 1stand only public university in the United States to award degrees in the 18th century.
  • No. 4public school in the country in U.S. News & World Report's 2024 Best Colleges rankings.
  • 61national championships won by the Tar ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½

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See what Tar ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ are up to on campus and beyond.
  • Springtime white leaves on a low-hanging branch of a tree in between two buildings. The sun shines in the upper left corner.

    Protecting your mental health

    As Carolina’s fall semester begins, it's important to remember it's always the right time to take care of yourself and make sure others around you are doing the same. Learn about campus resources and how Tar Heel students, faculty and staff are using outreach and research to prioritize mental health on campus and beyond.

  • Students cheering and jumping at pep rally.

    Welcome home, Tar ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½!

    For thousands of Tar ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, the arrival of the fall semester marks the start of their Carolina journeys. For thousands more, it's a return to the place they've learned to love. Learn about the exciting start to a the new school year.

  • Student wearing a backwards

    Meet our new Tar ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½

    Each time a new school year arrives, the number of Tar ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ grows larger as thousands of first-years, transfers and graduate students become a part of the Carolina community. Learn about some of our new Tar ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and how their own unique experiences, talents and passions will bolster our community and impact the world.

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News from Carolina

Must-see UNC

Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
  1. Institute for Innovation Speaker Series Innovation & Building Effective Teams.

    Innovate Carolina Junction Open House + Free Coworking Day

    Innovate Carolina Junction

    Fri, September 610:00 am

  2. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ors walk through the NCBG courtyard gardens, full of lush late summer plants, in the evening.

    Twilight Thursdays: Fall Season

    North Carolina Botanical Garden

    Thu, September 1204:00 pm

  3. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ors walk through the NCBG courtyard gardens, full of lush late summer plants, in the evening.

    Twilight Thursdays: Fall Season

    North Carolina Botanical Garden

    Thu, September 1904:00 pm

  4. Well-Being Day

    Mon, September 23