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Welcome home, Tar Heels!

For thousands of Tar Heels, the arrival of the fall semester marks the start of their Carolina journeys. For thousands more, it’s a return to the place they’ve learned to love.

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230 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. 4public school in the country in U.S. News & World Report's 2024 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.
  • Student wearing a backwards

    Meet our new Tar Heels

    Each time a new school year arrives, the number of Tar Heels grows larger as thousands of first-years, transfers and graduate students become a part of the Carolina community. Learn about some of our new Tar Heels and how their own unique experiences, talents and passions will bolster our community and impact the world.

  • Aranza Vazquez University of North Carolina Women’s Diving v UNC-Asheville 3-meter dive.

    Tar Heels at the Olympics

    UNC-Chapel Hill students and alumni will be in Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics for competition, class, work and more.

  • Summer experiences at Carolina

    Summer is a great time for Tar Heels to take lessons learned in the classroom and apply them in professional settings, picking up valuable experience for their careers ahead.

The Well

News from Carolina

Must-see UNC

Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
  • Student approaching the fountain of the Old Well for his First Sip on the first day of classes at UNC-Chapel Hill.

    First day of classes for Tar Heels

    The fall semester at Carolina is officially underway. Back in Chapel Hill and eager to begin the new school year, students reunited with friends, took a sip from the Old Well, met with Chancellor Lee H. Roberts and went to class.

  • Student holding guitar and gaming system and talking to family member as they walk away from car during move-in at UNC-Chapel Hill.

    Tar Heels move in

    Move-in is in full swing at Carolina. Thousands of new and returning students — with the help of their loved ones — are unpacking cars, doing some heavy lifting, and setting up their dorm rooms. Take a look at how Tar Heels are settling into their homes for the new school year.

  • Alyssa Crane outdoors, with trees seen in background, standing and holding one of her paintings.

    First-gen student turns art into business

    Entrepreneur and first-year student Alyssa Crane makes and sells paintings and jewelry.

  1. Visitors walk through the NCBG courtyard gardens, full of lush late summer plants, in the evening.

    Twilight Thursdays: Fall Season

    North Carolina Botanical Garden

    Thu, August 2204:00 pm

    Twilight Thursdays: Fall Season
  2. UNC students talking while a crowd of student bustle behind them.

    Last day to add classes

    Fri, August 23

    Last day to add classes
  3. Hill Hall

    Welcome (Back) Fest

    Hill Hall

    Fri, August 2304:00 pm

    Welcome (Back) Fest
  4. Rameses wearing black t-shirt with

    PlayMakers Season Kickoff

    PlayMakers Repertory Company

    Sat, August 2412:00 pm

    PlayMakers Season Kickoff