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Veterans at Carolina

Carolina is dedicated to providing the best support and resources to veterans, who make up a vital part of our campus.

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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.
  • 61national 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.

  • Peggy Mullin collects a water sample.

    Driving research, accelerating discovery

    Whether it be in North Carolina communities or ones overseas, Tar Heels are researching ways to make a difference and tackle our toughest challenges. Learn more about UNC-Chapel Hill’s research enterprise

  • Four students talking and sitting on the lawn of McCorkle Place on the campus of UNC-Chapel Hill

    It’s a great day to be a Tar Heel

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

The Well

News from Carolina

Must-see UNC

Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
  1. Professor Matthew Croombs

    CSS Lecture: "Cinematic Solidarity and the Global Imagination"

    Greenlaw Hall

    Mon, November 1103:00 pm

    CSS Lecture: "Cinematic Solidarity and the Global Imagination"
  2. Carolina Innovators Connect Promo

    Carolina Innovators Connect

    The Junction

    Tue, November 1204:00 pm

    Carolina Innovators Connect
  3. Graphic of two people sitting together.

    Post Election: “Moving Forward Together“

    Campus Y Building

    Thu, November 1405:00 pm

    Post Election: “Moving Forward Together“