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Throughout Carolina’s history, there have been pioneers who have broken down barriers for the generations of students to follow.

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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 in research volume (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.
  • Torin Simpson drumming.

    Imagine your Heelprint

    When Tar Heels arrive on our campus at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, they meet a world of possibilities. In Chapel Hill, we’re all part of the same Tar Heel team, and everyone has a role to play. See how Tar Heels are leaving their Heelprint.

  • Student taking pictures of building in Spain with phone.

    Preparing global leaders

    Learn how Carolina is preparing its students to serve as global leaders while making a better world through global research and service.

  • Two Carolina students speak on camera for a TV show as another student operates the camera.

    It's a great day to be a Tar Heel

    Every day, Tar Heels are creating a positive impact on the world by improving communities and inspiring change through their extraordinary talents.

The Well

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Must-see UNC

Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
  • Collage of first-year college students and special items they brought with them to start college abroad.

    Prized possessions: Carolina Global Launch

    Whether it was a musical instrument, a photo album or even a miniature Rameses, Tar Heels brought a piece of home with them when they began their college careers abroad in Costa Rica.

  • One student pulling another on a sled on the snowy campus of U.N.C Chapel Hill.

    Carolina in the snow

    Tar Heels waited three years for snow to decorate the Carolina campus again and were then treated to a pair of snowfalls the evenings of Jan. 10 and 21. They went sledding, hung out with friends and took photos by the Old Well.

  • Kyle Lobenhofer stands on field at Kenan Stadium

    Sports broadcaster says ‘yes’ to all

    From “Sports Xtra” to the Olympics, “I am well prepared wherever I go because of Carolina,” Kyle Lobenhofer says.

  1. drawing of a black indigenous woman seated under the large roots of a tree whose trunk vanishes at the top of the page

    John and June Allcott Gallery: Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz

    Hanes Art Center

    Thu, February 608:00 am

    John and June Allcott Gallery: Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz
  2. Allen Buansi headshot.

    MLK Day of Action – Many Paths to Justice: Continuing the Movement

    Freedom Forum Conference Center

    Thu, February 605:30 pm

    MLK Day of Action – Many Paths to Justice: Continuing the Movement
  3. drawing of a black indigenous woman seated under the large roots of a tree whose trunk vanishes at the top of the page

    John and June Allcott Gallery: Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz

    Hanes Art Center

    Fri, February 708:00 am

    John and June Allcott Gallery: Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz
  4. drawing of a black indigenous woman seated under the large roots of a tree whose trunk vanishes at the top of the page

    John and June Allcott Gallery: Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz

    Hanes Art Center

    Mon, February 1008:00 am

    John and June Allcott Gallery: Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz