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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
Dental student’s path includes research, leadership, service
Raven Selden will continue her family’s dentistry legacy with a master’s in orthodontics.
Navy admiral’s leadership training began with Tar Heel soccer
Her experience playing on a championship team taught Kristin Acquavella how to work hard, push herself and trust others.
Onetime ‘country boy’ from Spain knows why bubbles ‘gallop’
Pedro Sáenz’s Physical Mathematics Lab at Carolina made a discovery about fluid mechanics that eluded scientists for centuries.
Explore Carolina
See what Tar Heels are up to on campus and beyond.
Celebrating our graduate and professional students
Tar Heels who come to Chapel Hill to study as graduate and professional students better the state, nation and world with their research, teaching, service and civic engagement.
Match Day at Carolina
Each year, students from UNC School of Medicine, UNC Adams School of Dentistry and UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy join together to see where their medical training will take them for the next several years.
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.
The Well
News from Carolina
Public Service Awards go to 8 individuals, 3 teams
This year’s honorees include the first recipient of the Eric Montross Public Service Award, Tylee Craft.
Global Pharmacy Scholars serve in 7 world regions
The Global Rotation program positions students for success through project-based rotations in international health care systems.
Researchers target staph infections
Brian Conlon’s lab is looking at ways to help antibiotics fight deadly “persister” bacteria.
In pictures
Holi brings Heels together
Tar Heels from a variety of cultures and backgrounds brought color to Hooker Fields on April 12 at UNC Holi Moli. Also known as the festival of colors, Holi is a Hindu tradition that celebrates love, community and the arrival of spring. At Carolina, the yearly tradition connects campus and the local community.
(Photos by Jon Gardiner, University Communications)
Must-see UNC
Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
Seniors make the climb
With Spring Commencement one month away, Carolina seniors participated in the annual tradition of climbing the Bell Tower on April 9. The event, sponsored by Carolina Alumni, had additional activities, including a mechanical bull.
Carolina’s history shines in Priceless Gems exhibit
Explore more than two dozen artifacts on display at Wilson Library through the end of May.
Alternative spring break teams help in Helene recovery
APPLES Service-Learning students traveled to the mountains and Charlotte to work on rebuilding and other projects.
- Spring Holiday
Spring Holiday
Fri, April 18
- Climate Change Symposium
Climate Change Symposium
The Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Research in Black Culture and History
Mon, April 2109:00 am
- Pit Stop for FAFSA
Pit Stop for FAFSA
The Pit
Tue, April 2211:30 am
- UNC Percussion Ensemble
UNC Percussion Ensemble
Kenan Music Building
Tue, April 2207:30 pm