The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
New Student and Family Orientation Registration is Open for Summer 2026

Student Guides

Find 2026-2027 editions below!

Best Heel Forward

At New Student Orientation you will receive your Best Heel Forward booklet. It will help acquaint you with:

  • Orientation information
  • Academic Advising and Registration Period resources
  • Transitioning to campus after orientation. The Insider’s Guide covers what to expect as you arrive for Move-In, what UNC WOW is, plus a weekly planner and goal setting section!

New Student and Family Orientation Registration is Open for Summer 2026

Incoming First Year Students should register by May 15.

Incoming, new Transfer Students should register by May 29.

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 Here

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