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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
Yessenia Estrada-Zerhoudi is one C-STEP ahead
The transfer student traveled, boxed, built sets for plays and prepared for a career studying criminal minds.
Sloan Fellowship awarded to Carolina chemist
Alex Zhukhovitskiy is one of 126 early-career scientists across the U.S. and Canada to receive the prestigious honor.
Meet Ivy Taylor, the University’s local relations director
A former mayor of San Antonio, this Carolina alum talks about building strong ties with the local community.
Explore Carolina
See what Tar Heels are up to on campus and beyond.
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.
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.
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
Two Tar Heel runners claim national titles
Makayla Paige won the women’s 800 meters and Ethan Strand the men’s 3,000 at the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships.
Teamwork shapes a future surgeon
Ricardo Crespo Regalado intends to match into general surgery at Match Day on March 21.
MAC graduate recovers from tragedy
After the deaths of her mother and sisters, Faith Lyons found friends and her confidence while earning a Master of Accounting.
In pictures
2025 Total WellBeing Expo
Carolina employees ate pizza, jumped rope, hung out with Rameses and learned about wellness resources at the annual Total WellBeing Expo on March 12 at Fetzer Hall.
(Photos by Jon Gardiner, University Communications)
Must-see UNC
Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
Game day is all business for these Tar Heels
Meet four students who clock in when Carolina takes the court.
Tar Heel Hockey turns 50
The rapidly growing Carolina club hockey program will move into a more competitive division next year.
Tar Heels revel in the snow
Watch a time-lapse video and view scenes from the Feb. 19-20 snowfall at UNC-Chapel Hill.
- HPA Week 2025: Explore, Connect, and Apply for Your Future in Health Professions!
HPA Week 2025: Explore, Connect, and Apply for Your Future in Health Professions!
Tue, March 18
- UNC School of Social Work's Bobby Boyd Leadership Lecture Series
UNC School of Social Work's Bobby Boyd Leadership Lecture Series
Tate-Turner-Kuralt Building
Tue, March 1812:30 pm
- HPA Week 2025: Explore, Connect, and Apply for Your Future in Health Professions!
HPA Week 2025: Explore, Connect, and Apply for Your Future in Health Professions!
Wed, March 19
- Being Public and Engaging Policy
Being Public and Engaging Policy
Wed, March 1909:00 am