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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
5,624students 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.
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Affording Carolina
We are committed to meeting 100 percent of your family’s demonstrated financial need.
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First-Year Seminars
Small seminar classes let new Carolina students ask big questions and connect with their professors — and each other — in meaningful ways.