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231 years of public service

电子馆-Chapel Hill is at the heart of what鈥檚 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鈥檚 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 in research volume (National Science Foundation)
  • 62national championships won by the Tar Heels

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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鈥檙e all part of the same Tar Heel team, and everyone has a role to play. See how Tar Heels are leaving their Heelprint.

  • Two Carolina students speak on camera for a TV show as another student operates the camera.

    It's a great day to be a Tar Heel

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

  • U.N.C graduate in regalia jumping and smiling for photo with Bell Tower seen in background.

    Highlights of 2024

    In 2024, Carolina celebrated research milestones, remarkable centennials, national championships and more. Look back at some of the top stories from around campus.

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Must-see UNC

Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
  • Collage of first-year college students and special items they brought with them to start college abroad.

    Prized possessions: Carolina Global Launch

    Whether it was a musical instrument, a photo album or even a miniature Rameses, Tar Heels brought a piece of home with them when they began their college careers abroad in Costa Rica.

  • One student pulling another on a sled on the snowy campus of U.N.C Chapel Hill.

    Carolina in the snow

    Tar Heels waited three years for snow to decorate the Carolina campus again and were then treated to a pair of snowfalls the evenings of Jan. 10 and 21. They went sledding, hung out with friends and took photos by the Old Well.

  • Kyle Lobenhofer stands on field at Kenan Stadium

    Sports broadcaster says 鈥榶es鈥� to all

    From 鈥淪ports Xtra鈥� to the Olympics, 鈥淚 am well prepared wherever I go because of Carolina,鈥� Kyle Lobenhofer says.

  1. Allen Buansi headshot.

    MLK Day of Action 鈥� Many Paths to Justice: Continuing the Movement

    Freedom Forum Conference Center

    Thu, February 605:30 pm

  2. Group of graduate students walking into the 2024 Fall Wellness Festival at the Carolina Union.

    Spring Wellness Festival for Graduate and Professional Students

    Carolina Student Union

    Tue, February 1111:00 am

  3. A yoga instructor stretches with stars projected on the planetarium dome.

    Yoga Under the Stars

    Morehead Planetarium and Science Center

    Wed, February 1206:00 pm

  4. A yoga instructor stretches with stars projected on the planetarium dome.

    Yoga Under the Stars

    Morehead Planetarium and Science Center

    Wed, February 1906:00 pm