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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Information updated 27.08.2026

Overview

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-Chapel Hill) is a public research university in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

History

The university was chartered in 1789 and opened to students in the 1790s.

Programs

Its schools and colleges cover arts and sciences, business, education, information and library science, journalism and media, law, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, public health, social work and other fields.

Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees depend on the program, study level, residency or citizenship status, and academic year. Applicants should use the university’s official current tuition or cost-of-attendance page for the exact amount.

Admission

Admission requirements vary by program and applicant category. Applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for prerequisites, language requirements, documents and current deadlines.

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