Your Journey Begins at Carolina.

You’re searching for a university that will open doors to the future you’ve always imagined. We’re here to help.

In-person tours

Talk with current students and experience life on campus.

Advice for Your Application

Our admissions counselors Logan, Ebony, Emily, and Bryan help answer your application questions.

Application Prompts for 2024-2025

Your essay and short answer responses help us get to know you.

It had to be Carolina

Every Carolina student has a special story about why they became a Tar Heel.

The One Thing I Had to Bring to College

Carolina students bring stories, traditions, and values to Chapel Hill from around the world, creating a campus rich with difference.

Best Class Ever

Carolina students share the standout classes that will challenge your mind and make your semester unforgettable.

17.4%
of Carolina’s new students will be first in their families to graduate from college.

76.4%
of enrolling students who reported their rank were among the top 10 percent in their high school class.

76.3%
of new students took part in service activities while in high school.

Every UNC student that I met was so welcoming and nice. It makes me happy to know that UNC-Chapel Hill is full of so many friendly faces.

New Students

students joined Carolina in Fall 2024 as first-years or transfers. Our students make our campus the special place it is — one that's full of caring people, asking important questions, unafraid to explore.

Affording Carolina

We are committed to meeting 100 percent of your family’s demonstrated financial need.

First-Year Seminars

Small seminar classes let new Carolina students ask big questions and connect with their professors — and each other — in meaningful ways.

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions

is part of the Division of Enrollment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Office Address

Jackson Hall
174 Country Club Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27514

Office Hours

Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST/EDT