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Discover the many pathways to Carolina↗
Her UNC-Chapel Hill nursing education prepares Naomi King to serve North Carolinians↗
The daughter of a Marine veteran, King learns inside and out the classroom at Carolina, a school that “had my back” financially, she says.
Giving tours of Carolina strengthened Gillian Kepley’s love for it↗
Working at the UNC Visitors Center helped the new graduate afford a college education that will allow her to serve North Carolinians.
Charles Hands is keeping his promise to the Carolina Covenant↗
Once a first-generation college student from Wilmington, this Charlotte attorney makes the case for the financial and communal power of the Carolina Covenant.
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)
- 63national championships won by the Tar Heels
Meet a Tar Heel
Clinical psych standout focuses on autism and aging
Carolina gave Claire Klein the opportunity to research autism across the lifespan.
Free dance lessons lead to fancy footwork
Lesley Gonzalez found her rhythm with Carolina’s Ballroom Dance team.
FerryMon system monitors water quality
Scientist Hans Paerl uses ferries to gather data about harmful algal blooms in North Carolina sounds and estuaries.
Explore Carolina
See what Tar Heels are up to on campus and beyond.
Carolina research is powering North Carolina
Carolina is a world-class research university where great ideas turn into outcomes that improve the quality of life for all people. Learn more about Carolina’s research impact.
Entrepreneurship and innovation at Carolina
Carolina is fostering the next generation of entrepreneurs. Tar Heel-affiliated startups are creating new jobs and fueling economic development across the state.
2024-25 academic year in review
Carolina celebrated groundbreaking research, national championships and even some snow this past academic year.
The Well
News from Carolina
3 Carolina researchers share how they’re using AI
Artificial intelligence is driving discoveries in nutrition, transportation and education.
5 early-career faculty win 2025 Hettleman Prizes
The $8,000 prize recognizes groundbreaking, innovative research and future career promise.
MBA graduate is crushing money goals
Bernadette Joy, who got out of debt and on track to retire at 40, created a financial education platform to help others.
Must-see UNC
Check more photos and videos of the Tar Heel experience
DiPhi celebrates 230 years of dialogue and debate
Chancellor Lee H. Roberts and members of the Dialectic and Philanthropic Societies reflect on the legacy of the University’s first student organization.
Hussman grad documents post-Helene recovery
Max Feliu’s “What the Mud Took,” airing on PBS NC, shows western North Carolinians picking up the pieces of their lives.
Look back at the Class of 2025’s 4 years at Carolina
Revisit some of the biggest moments of the newest alumni’s time as Tar Heels.
- Rubin Watch Party
Rubin Watch Party
Phillips Hall
Mon, June 2310:00 am
- Hybrid Lunchbox Talk: Information in Bird Song
Hybrid Lunchbox Talk: Information in Bird Song
North Carolina Botanical Garden
Thu, June 2612:00 pm