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

Welcome to Carolina! Learn about campus and Chapel Hill

The following was sent to incoming students via email in August 2025.

Welcome, Tar Heels! We’re excited you’re here as part of the largest class ever. You can keep up with University news, announcements and events in The Well newsletter, which you’ll receive every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday morning.

As you get settled on campus, you’ll get a few special editions with information to help you acclimate to life at Carolina. This includes stories about professors and your classmates, advice from recent graduates and discounts and perks that come with being a Tar Heel.

To start, we’ll introduce you to campus and Chapel Hill. If you have story ideas or questions, email us at thewell@unc.edu.

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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