The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
New Student Orientation 2026

Meet your fellow Tar Heels

In this special edition of The Well for incoming students, we introduce you to fellow classmates, some of Carolina’s excellent teachers and several University leaders.

Meet the newest Tar Heels

Carolina welcomed its largest class ever this fall, full of students bringing their own unique experiences, talents and passions to better our community.

Carolina’s educators achieve excellence

Read about brilliant faculty members and educators who are providing expertise, leadership and mentorship to students across campus.

Student share their goals at first sip

The reasons Tar Heels drink from the Old Well on the first day of classes go beyond the magical 4.0 GPA.

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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