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New Students & Family Programs
New Student Orientation 2026

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Heels at Home lunchtime webinars feed hunger for information

The New Student and Family Programs series focuses on top issues for parents of all…

March 9, 2026
Heels at home webinar

Launching New “Heels at Home” Webinar Series for Spring Semester

New Student and Family Programs is rolling out a fresh way for Carolina families to…

January 12, 2026

Carolina perks, hidden gems, and how to get involved.

The final email of a three-email series sent to incoming students.

September 11, 2025
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Meet your fellow Tar Heels

Part two of a three-part series for incoming students.

September 2, 2025
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Welcome to Carolina! Learn about campus and Chapel Hill

Part one of a three-part series for incoming students.

August 27, 2025
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Weeks of Welcome

Stay up-to-date with Weeks of Welcome (WOW) events by exploring Heel Life, our go-to site…

August 11, 2025
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New Student Orientation 2026

Please note 2026 New Student Orientation registration deadlines:

  • Incoming First Year Students (May 15 at midnight ET)
  • Incoming Transfer Students (May 29 at midnight ET)

Need help?

Email us at newstudents@unc.edu

Call during live phone hours:

Monday – Friday, 9 AM-12 PM or 1 PM-5 PM ET

 

Register for New Student Orientation!

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