First-Year Students

Welcome and congratulations on being admitted to the nation’s first, and one of its finest, public universities.

We are thrilled that you will be joining our Carolina family! From here, it’s crucial that you have a clear picture of what needs to be done in order to enjoy the smoothest possible transition to the unlimited possibilities of the Carolina experience.

Learn more about the programs below and review the links to the left as they will provide you with a chance to get to know more about campus life and resources, better prepare for Carolina, and meet other incoming Tar Heels:

• New Student Orientation
• UNC WOW: Weeks of Welcome

We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to the Carolina Family!