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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

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  1. Student on laptop on Polk Place with Wilson Library in the background

    Master of Applied Data Science Program Overview Webinar

    Tue, June 407:00 pm

    Master of Applied Data Science Program Overview Webinar
  2. Alliance Screening: Manzanar Diverted, When Water Becomes Dust

    Graduate Student Center

    Thu, June 611:00 am

    Alliance Screening: Manzanar Diverted, When Water Becomes Dust
  3. Drawing in the Galleries

    Ackland Art Museum

    Sat, June 810:00 am

    Drawing in the Galleries
  4. Alan Weakley stands in a forest

    Webinar: Documenting the Hidden Treasures of Longleaf Pine Forests

    Wed, June 1203:30 pm

    Webinar: Documenting the Hidden Treasures of Longleaf Pine Forests