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Flying through fall

Tour our beautiful campus from a bird’s-eye view in this drone fly-through video.

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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.

  • James Jacks shaking hands with an individual.

    Tar Heel veterans

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

  • 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

The Well

News from Carolina

Must-see UNC

Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
  1. Carolina Sustainability Council Meeting

    Mon, December 212:00 pm

    Carolina Sustainability Council Meeting
  2. Illustration of Langston Hughes

    Songs in a Troubled Key: Musical Settings of Poems of Langston Hughes | WSN 24-25

    Person Hall

    Mon, December 207:30 pm

    Songs in a Troubled Key: Musical Settings of Poems of Langston Hughes | WSN 24-25
  3. Last day of classes

    Wed, December 4

    Last day of classes
  4. Participants begin their walk/run at the Jingle Bell Jog.

    Jingle Bell Jog

    Fetzer Hall

    Fri, December 611:00 am

    Jingle Bell Jog