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Learn how Carolina is addressing climate change and environmental justice through teaching, research and public service. Explore the COVID-19 resources and apply for admission to the nation's first public university.
- About the University
The nation’s first public university is at the heart of...
- Admissions and Aid
Carolina’s Graduate School supports a diverse community of...
- Academics
UNC-Chapel Hill is a global leader known for its innovative...
- Arts and Culture
The arts are a central part of the Carolina experience. Each...
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The UNC Visitors Center, located at 134 E. Franklin Street,...
- Diversity and Inclusion
At Carolina, diversity and inclusion are about building...
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- About the University
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC, UNC-Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Chapel Hill, or simply Carolina) is a public research university in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Chartered in 1789, the university first began enrolling students in 1795, making it one of the oldest public universities in the United States .
The UNC System is a treasured public institution dedicated to serving the people of North Carolina through world-class teaching, research, and community engagement. Today, nearly 250,000 students are enrolled in our 16 universities across the state and at the NC School of Science and Mathematics.
The University of North Carolina is the public university system for the state of North Carolina. Overseeing the state's 16 public universities and the NC School of Science and Mathematics, it is commonly referred to as the UNC System to differentiate it from its flagship, UNC-Chapel Hill.
The UNC System is a public, multi-campus university system in North Carolina with 16 universities and other educational, research, and public service organizations. Learn about its mission, history, vision, and strategic plan on this web page.