3 days ago · The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the nation’s first public university, is a global higher education leader known for innovative teaching, research and public service.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC, UNC-Chapel Hill, or simply Carolina) [ 14 ] is a public research university in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States. Chartered in 1789, the university first began enrolling students in 1795, making it one of the oldest public universities in the United States. [ 15 ]

University of North Carolina—Chapel Hill is a public institution that was founded in 1789. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 20,880 (fall 2023), its setting is suburban, and the...

The nation’s first public university is at the heart of what’s next, preparing a diverse student body to become creators, explorers, innovators and leaders in North Carolina and throughout the world.

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Students and families are encouraged to explore all 16 UNC System institutions and learn more about their unique locations, program offerings, and campus cultures. Download this helpful guide for application deadlines and other important admission information for each of our 16 universities.

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2 days ago · Two North Carolina-based university health systems have announced an agreement to construct the state’s first standalone children’s hospital.

In evaluating candidates for admission, the University seeks an entering class whose collective strengths will foster excellence within the University community; enhance the education of everyone within it; provide for the leadership of the educational, governmental, scientific, business, humanistic, artistic, and professional institution of the...

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the most comprehensive institution in North Carolina, both in the range of its programs at all levels and in the breadth of its specialized research and public service programs.