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THE UNIVERSITY of NORTH CAROLINA at CHAPEL HILL Daniela Lopez, a double major in Sociology and Global Studies, loves Carolina students’ passion and zeal.
Mohammed Hajee, originally from Mumbai, chose Carolina for the business school and GLOBE program.
“Leaving Carolina, you will definitely be prepared to compete within any industry you go into. Carolina broadened my horizons.” - Paul Osei, ’15
CAROLINA’S GLOBAL COMMUNITY 475 international undergraduates // 2300 international graduate, exchange and scholars // 100+ countries
60% of undergraduates conduct original research
Named 5th best public university by US News and
World Report
18,000 undergraduates
STUDYING HERE At Carolina, students choose from more than 70 majors across the disciplines. Whether you know exactly what you want to study or you haven’t quite decided yet, here you’ll find the people and resources that will inspire you to dig deeper and discover more. And with 78% of classes hosting 40 or fewer students, you’ll receive a top-notch, intimate education. Our most popular majors: Biology // Journalism and Mass Communication // Exercise and Sport Science Economics // Political Science // Psychology // Chemistry // Global Studies Communication Studies // Business Administration And a few of the unique programs you won’t find elsewhere: Peace, War, and Defense // Writing for the Screen and Stage Business Journalism // Entrepreneurship // Health Policy and Management
So, how big are the classes at UNC?
36% 20 or fewer students
7% 100+
51% 20-49 students
6% 50-99
LIVING HERE 14:1 student-faculty ratio
UNC is nestled in the beautiful college town of Chapel Hill, N.C. You’ll find classrooms, libraries, athletic facilities, laboratories, and dining halls all within steps of your residence hall.
300+ study
With 26 Division I athletic teams, cheering on your fellow Tar Heels is just one of the cornerstones of the student experience here. There are more than 700 clubs, teams, and organizations, so you’ll quickly meet new friends and discover new interests.
abroad programs in 70 countries
46% of students live on campus
30,000
internship opportunities
All first-year students live on campus, and many choose to live in our themed Living-Learning Communities, such as the Service and Leadership House.
WHY CAROLINA? Here’s what real UNC students had to say: “I just love everything about Carolina: the beautiful campus, the unlimited opportunities, the friendly atmosphere, and the amazing people all make this school one of a kind.”— Tamar, ’17 “Carolina is a leader in every sphere, be it academic, teaching, research or sports. There is nothing better than knowing that you are surrounded by minds keen on learning and working hard to achieve their dreams.”— Lakshmi, ’15 OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS
www.admissions.unc.edu @UNCAdmissions
The Campus Y, our center for social justice, provides both global and local community service opportunities.
Wilson Library, home of our Rare Book Collection, looks like it belongs at Hogwarts.
AFTER CAROLINA
“Don’t underestimate the value, or the prestige, of a world-class education.”
Wondering where a Carolina degree can take you? If our alumni are any indication, Carolina takes you to some pretty amazing places—and quickly, too. For our 2013 graduates, within six months, 90% were employed or pursuing graduate degrees. An added bonus, according to Laida from the class of 2014: “You have the pride of being a Tar Heel for life!”
Kehinde Adeoti, ‘15
Where can you find Carolina grads?
GETTING HERE: APPLYING FOR ADMISSION
Target // Google // GE // IBM US State Department // Cisco Peace Corps // Teach for America Oxford // Harvard // Yale // UNC
As we sit down to read each application, we really don’t have an “ideal” student in mind. Rather, we like being surprised by each individual applicant’s interests and talents. But some common themes tend to emerge among our favorites: They’re smart. Motivated. Service-oriented. Curious. Creative. Courageous. The kind of people who will not only flourish in but actively enhance our community while they’re here.
AFFORDING CAROLINA UNC has been named “Best Value” in the U.S. for its combination of quality and affordability by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine for thirteen consecutive years. Costs, Full Academic Year, 2013-2014 Tuition & Fees
$30,122
Room & Board
$10,008
Books & Supplies
$1,328
Travel & Personal
$2,824
Health Insurance
$1,470
Total Costs
$45,752
Just by applying, you will automatically be considered for a select number of merit scholarships and Excel@Carolina, a collection of programs designed to connect you to exciting and unique opportunities from your first-year at Chapel Hill. Opportunities include assured admission to business and pharmacy, grants for summer study abroad and research, the First Year Service Corps, HonorsCarolina, and more. There is no separate application for these programs; we will consider your admissions application for available opportunities.
Fall 2013 Applications 30,835 applied 8,243 admitted (27%) 3,946 enrolled (48%) Fall 2013 Enrolling Class 36% identified themselves as an ethnicity other than White 19% first-generation college 137 international students Middle 50% scored between 1780 and 2110 on the SAT Middle 50% scored between 28 and 33 on the ACT BEFORE YOU APPLY: TOEFL, IELTS or PTE Academic If English is not your native language, you will need to submit a TOEFL, IELTS, or Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) score. Have the test results sent directly from the testing service. Take the exam by November for early action and by December for regular decision.
Important Dates EARLY ACTION
Application due Mid-October
REGULAR DECISION
Early January
Decisions
By January 31 By March 31
Financial aid application due
March 1
March 1
Enrollment deposit due
May 1
May 1
The Application Apply online via the Common Application, a convenient site that allows you to apply to multiple schools at once. All first-year applicants must submit: • Online application at www.commonapp.org • $80 application fee • Two essays • Official secondary school transcript • Secondary school statement • SAT or ACT scores with writing • Letter of recommendation • TOEFL, IELTS, or Pearson Test of English score (if English is not your native language) Be sure to keep your email address updated at all times. When emailing information, please include your date of birth (DOB), first name and surname in the email subject line. OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS
www.admissions.unc.edu @UNCAdmissions
