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Making a match

Carolina health affairs students are preparing to learn the next step in their education journey on Match Day.

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231 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 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.

  • 1stand only public university in the United States to award degrees in the 18th century.
  • No. 5public school in the country in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Colleges rankings.
  • No. 9among U.S. research institutions and top in NC for research activity (National Science Foundation)
  • 62national championships won by the Tar Heels

Meet a Tar Heel

Explore Carolina

See what Tar Heels are up to on campus and beyond.
  • Members of a student a cappella group at UNC-Chapel Hill performing on the brick steps of South Building at evening to an audience sitting on the lawn of Polk Place.

    Carolina outside the classroom

    The Tar Heel experience goes beyond lecture halls and schoolwork. Learn more about student organizations and clubs at Carolina and how you can get involved in campus life.

  • People hold photos of women at Carolina.

    Celebrating women's history

    Generations of women at UNC-Chapel Hill have made way for current students, faculty, staff and alumnae to make a mark on the world.

  • Autumn trees being illuminated by sun in middle of the photo.

    Protecting your mental health

    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.

The Well

News from Carolina

Must-see UNC

Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
  1. Ex Machina

    Swain Hall

    Fri, March 2107:30 pm

    Ex Machina
  2. Ex Machina

    Swain Hall

    Sat, March 2207:30 pm

    Ex Machina
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    UNC Cleantech Summit

    Friday Conference Center

    Mon, March 2409:00 am

    UNC Cleantech Summit
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    UNC Cleantech Summit

    Friday Conference Center

    Tue, March 2509:00 am

    UNC Cleantech Summit