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The Heels are home

For 8,000-plus students, the arrival of the fall semester marks the start of their Tar Heel journeys. For thousands more, it’s a return to the place they’ve learned to love.

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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. 1public university in the South (Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education 2022 College Rankings)
  • No. 5public school in the country in U.S. News & World Report's 2023 Best Colleges rankings.
  • 60national championships won by the Tar Heels

Meet a Tar Heel

  • Victoria Wlosok.

    Carolina junior kicks off fall semester with debut novel

    Victoria Wlosok signed a book deal for her young adult thriller with a “big five” publisher when she was still a first-year student at Carolina. On Sept. 19, her work will hit the shelves.

  • Chad Lloyd outside.

    Student to doctor

    Chad Lloyd is a recent doctoral graduate in the Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. Lloyd also holds a master’s degree from the College’s Department of Chemistry.

  • Chineka Stanley.

    Housekeeper creates welcoming home for students

    Massey Award winner and self-described “big auntie” Chineka Stanley is free to be herself and bond with the residents she serves.

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University Calendar

  1. The NCBG Carnivorous Plant Collection in the early evening

    Twilight Thursdays: Fall Season

    North Carolina Botanical Garden

    Thu, August 2404:00 pm

    Twilight Thursdays: Fall Season
  2. People in a classroom.

    Last Day for Late Registration

    UNC-Chapel Hill

    Fri, August 25

    Last Day for Late Registration
  3. Global Whistle-Stop Tour

    FedEx Global Education Center

    Wed, August 3003:30 pm

    Global Whistle-Stop Tour
  4. The NCBG Carnivorous Plant Collection in the early evening

    Twilight Thursdays: Fall Season

    North Carolina Botanical Garden

    Thu, August 3104:00 pm

    Twilight Thursdays: Fall Season