20 years of Carolina Covenant
For two decades, the Carolina Covenant has provided more than 10,000 students the opportunity to graduate debt-free through scholarships, work-study and grants.
Learn about the CovenantHome
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. 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
Turkish student inspired by Nobel laureate’s research
The work of Carolina’s Dr. Aziz Sancar led Ahmet Dericioglu from Istanbul to Chapel Hill, determined to make a difference.
Bernice Meja has a passion for fixing broken systems
The discovery led her to a master’s program at the School of Information and Library Science.
Senior researches cicadas’ impact on local food web
With a Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship, Alexander Smith studied how the bugs affected animal feeding habits.
Explore Carolina
See what Tar Heels are up to on campus and beyond.
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.
Protecting your mental health
Learn about campus resources and how Tar Heel students, faculty and staff are using outreach and research to prioritize mental health on campus and beyond.
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. Learn about the exciting start to a the new school year.
The Well
News from Carolina
Carolina a top five public for 23rd straight year
UNC-Chapel Hill also ranks as the best value among public universities in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best College rankings.
Carolina’s Music Library moves to new home
In this video, learn about what the new space in Davis Library has to offer those studying music.
Chatbot informs women about HIV prevention
Developed by Carolina researchers, ShesPrEPared uses artificial intelligence to help them pick their best option.
Must-see UNC
Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
Hundreds remember 9/11 heroes at stair climb
Participants saluted the victims of terrorist attacks in 2001 and heard from a New York firefighter.
Environmental researchers produce a stream of data
Amanda DelVecchia's lab measures greenhouse gas emissions in freshwater sites to gauge their impact.
Weeks of Welcome events highlight start of semester
New Tar Heels celebrated their arrival on campus at convocation, FallFest, Sunset Serenade and more.
- Carolina Covenant Keynote: Anthony Abraham Jack
Carolina Covenant Keynote: Anthony Abraham Jack
The Frank Porter Graham Student Union
Thu, September 2605:00 pm
- Jaipur Literary Festival
Jaipur Literary Festival
FedEx Global Education Center
Sat, September 2810:00 am
- Voter Registration at the Varsity
Voter Registration at the Varsity
Varsity Theatre, 123 E. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514, United States
Tue, October 806:45 pm
- UNC Music Open House
UNC Music Open House
Hill Hall
Sat, November 201:00 pm