WELCOME TO

CAROLINA

MARCH 1 Deadline to submit the FAFSA and

CSS PROFILE for priority financial aid consideration.

Create your Onyen and email account as described below.

MAY 1 Deadline to enroll and pay $250

deposit (online or by returning your reply form).

MAY 15 Housing application deadline. Deadline to order laptop.

MAY 22 Orientation registration deadline.

JUNE 15 Deadline to submit Immunization

and Health History Form.

JULY 12 Deadline to submit your final

transcript.

Next Steps At a GlanceTo join us at Carolina and confirm your place in the entering class, please follow the simple steps below. Log into MyCarolina for additional information on each of these steps.

Planning to Defer Your Enrollment?

We welcome proposals from admitted undergraduate students who wish to defer their enrollment for one academic year in order to work, travel, or pursue some other extraordinary opportunity. Requests must be received by July 1.

For more information, please visit admissions.unc.edu/Apply/defer.html

Creating Your OnyenThe Onyen, which stands for the "only name you'll ever need," is your passport to your UNC email account and other UNC services.

To view your financial aid award and receive important information that will be sent to your UNC email address, please create your Onyen by visiting onyen.unc.edu and clicking "Create an Onyen."

After creating your Onyen, the UNC Guest ID that you previously used to log into your MyCarolina account will be deactivated. Instead, you'll log into MyCarolina with your Onyen and new password.

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Welcome to the Tar Heel family! As Student Body President, I have the honor of welcoming you to a community that includes the most talented and engaged students in the nation.

Carolina students are not only academically brilliant, hard-working, and driven, we also want to make a difference in the world. We don't just want to be doctors – we want to be a part of Doctors Without Borders. We don't just want to be teachers – we want to join Teach for America. No other student body works so hard for such selfless reasons. We're pragmatic idealists, we want to solve the world's biggest problems, and we have the drive and intelligence to do so. Being a part of such a community for four of your most formative years is an opportunity you don't want to pass up!

As a senior, I'm so incredibly envious of you because you have four amazing years at Carolina ahead of you! I would do it all over again, not because I have any regrets, but because it's been such a wonderful journey. You deserve a great college experience and at Carolina, you may look forward to this and more.

STUDENT BODY PRESIDENTA Message from the

On behalf of our faculty, staff, and students, welcome to Carolina. We would be honored to have a student of your caliber and accomplishments join our community.

Carolina will change your life. When I was a student here, I had the opportunity to work in a professor’s research lab. That led me to become a scientist and later a professor and administrator. I trace my professional success to those formative years at Carolina. You, too, will have the opportunity to become the kind of person you’ve always hoped to be.

At Carolina, you’ll join a community that cherishes our distinctive history but aspires to transform the future. Our “Innovate@Carolina: Important Ideas for a Better World,” aims to engage everyone on campus, regardless of academic discipline. See innovate.unc.edu for more information.

We need your idealism, curiosity, and passion at Carolina. We hope that you’ll accept the invitation to join us next year.

Sincerely,

Holden Thorp, Chancellor

CHANCELLOR A Message from the

Congratulations on your admission to Carolina. We appreciate the hard work that you have done to distinguish yourself as a top student and leader in your school and community.

If you choose to enroll – and we sincerely hope you do – please know that you will join a community of people dedicated to your success at Carolina and in the years beyond. Our undergraduate curriculum connects you with exciting learning opportunities such as an extensive study abroad program, undergraduate research, and an inclusive Honors Program.

While we expect you to graduate on time, we will be there to support you every step of the way – from advising to course selection to career options. As a Carolina graduate, you may look forward to a meaningful life filled with infinite possibilities and pleasant memories of your time here with us.

We look forward to welcoming you to our community.

EXECUTIVE VICE CHANCELLOR and PROVOSTA Message from the

Best wishes,

Bruce Carney, Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost

Will Leimenstoll, '13, Student Body President

Go Heels!

The Office of New Student and Carolina Parent Programs welcomes you and your family to the Carolina community. Our office is here to provide support as you transition to Carolina.

One of the many ways that we are here to help is through our comprehensive summer orientation program. All first-year students are required to attend First-Year Orientation, a two-day orientation program offered on various dates throughout the summer. Orientation affords you the opportunity to learn about the Carolina curriculum; identify ways to get involved in research, service, leadership, and other exciting engagement opportunities; learn about the expectations of being a member of the diverse Carolina community; and experience living in a Carolina residence hall. During Orientation, you will participate in an academic workshop,

meet with an academic advisor, register for courses, and talk with faculty about preparing to be a successful student. Orientation leaders will welcome you and give you a glimpse of student life at Carolina, and you'll meet and connect with your fellow classmates from the Class of 2017.

All new parents and family members are invited and strongly encouraged to attend Parent/Family Orientation. In a concurrent Parent/Family Orientation program, guests will hear from numerous faculty, university administrators, and deans about how to partner with the University to support students toward graduation. We welcome and encourage parents and guests to attend Orientation and learn about how to get involved as a Carolina family member and maximize the Carolina experience.

PREPARING FOR

CAROLINA

Next Step: Sign up for OrientationBy MAY 22 at orientation.unc.edu

We will accept Orientation reservations beginning on 9 a.m. February 13, 2013 at orientation.unc.edu. You may complete your reservation as soon as your enrollment deposit is credited (can take up to 10 business days after initial payment). Family members should make their reservation to attend Family Orientation at the same time you complete your Student Orientation reservation.

Please be aware that dates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and there is a fee for the Student and Family Orientation programs. For more information about Orientation, please visit orientation.unc.edu or call (919) 962-8304.

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Visit CarolinaThe Office of Undergraduate Admissions hosts several programs for admitted student throughout February, March, and April. You are also welcome to attend one of our regular information sessions and tours offered twice a day, Monday through Friday. Visit MyCarolina to learn more.

HOUSING

Living-Learning CommunitiesWhat are Living-Learning Communities (LLCs)?Housing’s LLCs provide you with the chance to live among students who share a common interest. The LLC experience centers around three key concepts: connection, commitment, and citizenship. It's about creating a strong connection to the academic, university, and leadership experience at Carolina. It's about making a commitment to explore your interests and passions around a particular theme. And lastly, it's about citizenship, being innovative with what you have learned, and using it for positive social change at the University and in the surrounding community.

What LLCs are offered?Chinese House • Service & Leadership • Spanish House • Substance-Free • Sustainability • UNITAS • WELL (Women Experiencing Learning & Leadership)

Full details available at housing.unc.edu/heelprint

How Do I Join?Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and first-year students are encouraged to apply. The option to apply to an LLC will be offered as part of your housing application. Apply at housing.unc.edu/apply.

Residence LifeAt Carolina, you’ll live and study on one of the most beautiful campuses in the country, where exciting events and incredible opportunities are always just a short walk away.

You’ll be supported by a staff of resident advisors and full-time community directors to ease your transition to college.

With campus police and residence hall staff on call 24 hours a day, you’ll breathe easier knowing that your safety is our top priority.

You can look forward to fun and educational residence life programs that create a sense of community and get you connected to Carolina early in your first year.

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Next Step: Apply for Housing

By MAY 15

Campus Housing – Apply at housing.unc.eduThe application will be available beginning in early January. You may apply as soon as your enrollment deposit is received and processed. For applications received by May 15, assignments are issued in June, and charges will be applied to your student account in early August. A housing deposit is not required.

Granville Towers – Apply at granvilletowers.comApplications accepted now through fall opening. Apply online, in person or by calling (919)370-4500. Assignments issued in July.

*Contracts with Housing & Residential Education and leases with Granville Towers are not transferable. Review the contract or lease for specific cancellation terms.

Granville Towers Campus Housing

What are my choices?

First-Year Housing RequirementAs a first-year student, you are required to live either in Campus Housing (UNC Department of Housing & Residential Education) or at Granville Towers. Housing is not assigned automatically. You will need to choose whether you wish to live in Campus Housing or at Granville Towers and submit the respective application before the deadline in order to satisfy the housing requirement.

What’s the difference?

Granville Towers and Campus Housing are partners with regard to residence life staff. However, it's important to note the differences below before making your choice, because contracts are not transferable between Granville Towers and Campus Housing.

Home to 849 first-year students last year

Home to 3,110 first-year students last year

RAs and residence life

STAFF are employees of UNC Housing & Residential

Education

Owned by the UNC Foundation,

Managed by EDR Trust

Contracts are

NON-TRANSFERABLE to UNC Housing

Contracts are

NON-TRANSFERABLE to Granville Towers

Owned by UNC-Chapel Hill,Managed by UNC Housing &

Residential Education

RAs and residence life

STAFF are employees of UNC Housing & Residential

Education

A meal plan at The Agora (on-site) is

INCLUDEDin the rate.

A meal plan is

OPTIONAL and not included

in the rate.

3Residence Halls

32Residence Halls

Home to 1,241 total residents last year

Home to 8,885 total residents last year

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DINING

As a busy student, you’ll want to make sure that you have plenty of opportunities to refuel and refresh throughout the day. Carolina Dining Services (CDS) offers many convenient dining locations throughout campus, including Lenoir Hall and Rams Head.

Every day we serve made-from-scratch dishes that provide a variety of healthy food choices at every meal, with unique menus, recipes, and ingredients that meet the tastes and needs of our diverse campus community. We have a Student Dining Board of Directors composed of ten students and five administrators that reviews the menus to ensure they are well balanced to meet your needs.

If you have special dietary needs, food allergies, or health questions related to dining on campus, our Registered Dietitian will help you develop a personalized nutrition plan to balance your busy class schedule with a healthy diet.

Because lifestyles vary among students, we offer three meal plans in addition to a flexible payment option.

g The Block Plan offers you a specific number of meals per semester that can be used at your choice of Rams Head or Top of Lenoir. You may decide how many meals to eat each day or each week.

g The Value Plan offers a set number of meals each week at your choice of Rams Head or Top of Lenoir. Through this plan, you are ensured that you will not be left without any meals midway through the semester.

g The Unlimited Plan offers you as many meals per week as you choose at Rams Head or Top of Lenoir, so that you’ll have guaranteed meals throughout the semester.

For your convenience, we also offer Dining Flex, a supplement to your meal plan that functions like a debit card and allows you to purchase individual meals from a set account balance. Dining Flex is automatically deferred to the student account, so there is no need to pay up front. Depending on your financial aid package, you can apply money that you were awarded to your Meal Plan, including your Dining Flex account. Dining Flex only plans are available as commuter meal plan options.

Dining on campus is an important part of any college student’s career. We take pride in providing proficient service to our customers and look forward to serving you. Please call 1-800-UNC.MEAL (800-862-6325), or visit our website at dining.unc.edu for more information on dining locations, meal plans, nutritional information, and more.

Next StepIn June, we’ll send you a brochure that lists our dining locations and describes in detail the meal plan options we offer.

dining.unc.edu1-800-UNCMEAL

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1. Log into my.unc.edu and click the link for the Immunization and Health History Form (Under "Enrolling Students").

2. Once you finish each page, click the “next” button to go to the next page of the form.

3. Once you reach the Immunization History page, enter all of your immunization dates in the corresponding spaces (in the format: mmddyy). On the finish page, click the “Get PDF of Immunization Record” button to print your Immunization and Health History Form. You must print and mail the form to Campus Health Services to be in compliance.

4. Ask your local health care provider to sign the printed PDF immunization form to verify all immunizations. Or, you may attach copies of your immunization records. All immunization records must contain a health care provider's signature or stamp and date to verify all immunization dates. If you are attaching records, it is REQUIRED that you enter the immunization dates on the immunization history screen BEFORE mailing your records to Campus Health.

5. Mail the completed PDF Immunization Form and any attachments before June 15 to:

Campus Health Services Campus Box 7470ATTN: Health Information Mgmt. Dept.Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7470

6. If the immunization record received is incomplete, a "to do" checklist item will be placed in your account notifying you what information is missing.

IMPORTANT NOTESPlease be advised that your registration will be withdrawn 30 days after classes begin if immunization requirements have not been met and the Immunization and Health History Form has not been received by CHS.

International students or those traveling abroad for more than two months must also undergo a Tuberculin Skin Test (TST) prior to matriculation. Documentation of the TST is acceptable only from a U. S. facility.

Next Step: Submit Your Online Immunization and Health Form By June 15 at my.unc.edu

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HEALTHY LIVING

Campus Health Services (CHS) is committed to helping you stay healthy by offering quality care at the lowest possible cost. The semester health fee entitles you to unlimited visits to CHS for primary care services. Through our Counseling and Wellness services, we offer psychological evaluations, crisis interventions, and brief counseling and referrals. The health fee helps reduce charges for laboratory, radiology, medications, and specialty services (dermatology, orthopedic, travel clinics, and medication management for psychiatric disorders) provided at CHS. For more information and to read a copy of our privacy policy, visit campushealth.unc.edu.

All Carolina students are required to have health insurance. To learn more about the mandatory health insurance hard waiver process and the UNC System Wide Health Insurance Plan, please visit campushealth.unc.edu. If you do not opt out of the UNC System Wide Student Health Insurance Plan, the premium will automatically be charged to your account.

If you are uninsured, you will be required to either purchase the UNC System Wide Health Insurance Plan or another health insurance plan. If you choose not to participate in the UNC System Wide Health Insurance Plan, you must show proof of other insurance by completing the online waiver each semester. You should check with your insurance carrier to determine whether you have out-of-network benefits for services at CHS.

We strongly recommend that you take the time to examine your medical insurance benefits to ensure that expenses not prepaid by the semester health fee would be eligible for payment. CHS may be out-of-network for your insurance plan, except for the CHS Pharmacy or if you are enrolled in the UNC System Wide Health Insurance Plan or Student Blue.

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To help prepare you for success in the 21st century, Carolina offers an innovative undergraduate curriculum that will stimulate and develop your curiosity, initiative, integrity, and adaptability. You'll not only develop a thorough grounding in your major, you'll also gain fundamental skills to facilitate your learning well beyond your college years. In addition, you'll experience the methods and results of the most widely employed approaches to knowledge and learn how to integrate these approaches and work across traditional disciplinary and spatial boundaries.

As a first-year student, you’ll begin your studies in the College of Arts and Sciences. During your first two years, you'll complete general education courses that lay the foundation of your undergraduate education. Depending on your interests, you may also begin taking prerequisites in preparation for your intended area(s) of study. These two years offer you the freedom to explore your interests and learn about the University so that you may take full advantage of all that Carolina has to offer.

The Academic Advising Program is eager to help you. Your advisor will happily answer your questions about degree programs and course selection, and will serve as a sounding board for any academic concerns you have. Your advisor will also help you decide on course load and sequencing, and connect you to services and

opportunities. During your junior and senior years, you'll have a departmental or professional school advisor who can counsel you on special opportunities within your major, careers based on your major, and graduate study. For long-term planning, please be aware that you have eight semesters to graduate, although summer sessions at Carolina are not included in the semester count.

We encourage you to visit the Academic Advising website at advising.unc.edu. This site provides a general overview of the advising program, academic policies, general education requirements, worksheets describing requirements for all undergraduate majors, tips to enhance your undergraduate experience, and important resources on campus. In May, the New Student Guide for entering students will be posted on this website, which will familiarize you with the "making connections" curriculum and provide important information to guide you through your first year at Carolina. You'll also receive a copy of the Guide when you attend Orientation this summer.

During Orientation, you'll participate in a special workshop to help you plan your fall courses. To make the most of your academic advising workshop, we strongly advise that you carefully review all information in the Guide before attending summer Orientation.

LAUNCHING YOUR ACADEMIC CAREER

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What You Should Do Now

Arrange to take the SAT Subject Test, Mathematics Level 1 or 2, or the ACT

Many majors at Carolina require a quantitative reasoning course in which you are required to provide an appropriate placement score. The Department of Mathematics recommends taking one of the tests since students often change majors in their first two years. (You'll find the descriptions of Level 1 & 2 on the College Board website.)

Because AP and IB scores are not reported until mid-July, the Department recommends that you take the Math Level 1 or 2 or the ACT to ensure your ability to register for a quantitative reasoning course at Orientation.

For additional information, please visit the Math Department’s website at math.unc.edu/for-undergrads/placement-info.

What You Should Do Over the Summer

Submit your final high school transcript. If you have completed courses at a college that you wish to receive transfer credit for, send an official transcript from the institution. Transfer credit will be awarded in the fall semester after you arrive on campus.

Ask the appropriate testing service to electronically send official score reports of any AP, IB, ACT, or SAT subject test scores to Undergraduate Admissions and bring a copy of the test results to your orientation session. Credit for AP and IB scores will be awarded in the fall semester after you arrive on campus. For more information, visit admissions.unc.edu/Academics/Credit.

You'll register for classes during your Orientation session with the help of your academic advisor. Review the Academic Advising website and the New Student Guide carefully, so you will be prepared for registration.

For more information, please contact the Academic Advising Program at advising.unc.edu or call (919) 966-5116.

Next Step: Prepare for Academic Advising

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Next Step: Get Your LaptopOrder your laptop by MAY 15 at cci.unc.edu

Place your order starting April 1 and be sure to order by May 15 to ensure that you have a laptop for your Orientation session. Order by August 1 to ensure laptop delivery by the first day of classes.

To be eligible for a laptop grant, complete the CSS PROFILE for financial aid online at collegeboard.com.

You will receive further program and laptop package information, including purchasing and financial information, in the spring.

For more information, visit the CCI website at cci.unc.edu, or call (919) 843-8224.

CONNECTING TO THE WORLD

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To succeed on campus, you’ll need quick and easy access to the latest technology. That’s why all undergraduates are required to own a laptop that meets minimum specifications set by the University. Through the Carolina Computing Initiative (CCI), you’ll own an affordable computer that will help expand your learning and connect you to the world.

Through Student Stores, you may choose from several models of laptops that are compatible with University systems. While you don’t have to buy a CCI computer, about 90% of students choose to do so because of special deals that combine superior technology, custom software, insurance, a warranty, and an award-winning repair center, including loaner laptop service.

Entering students may apply for a need-based grant to cover all or part of the cost. To help you make the most of your computer, we offer a computer laboratory and response center in the Student and Academic Services Buildings (SASB) at the corner of Manning Drive and Ridge Road. The lab offers nine traditional desktop computers for single-use work, as well as six “smart zones” with a combination of technology, seating, and conference tables. Friendly and knowledgeable support specialists are on hand to immediately assist should you experience any technical issues with your computer.

COMMUNITY JOINING OUR

When you enroll at Carolina, you join a community rich in traditions and school spirit. You'll also join one of the most accomplished and diverse student bodies in the nation. Building relationships with your fellow classmates will not only assist you in the transition to college but will also help you succeed as a student. With more than 700 student clubs and organizations, you’ll find countless ways to connect with and learn from each other. And if you don’t find exactly what you’re looking for, you’re free to start your own organization.

"My favorite trait about Carolina students is their immense ability to maintain balance in their lives. They are brilliant in the classroom and work hard to maintain academic excellence, they are devoted to service, and they engage in activities they believe in. It's inspiring to see people impact the world and leave something behind everywhere they go. It motivates me to be more involved, expect more of myself, and believe that education and individual passions will make the world a better place."

Roopa, Charlotte, N.C.

"Carolina students are a rare breed – overwhelmingly positive, full of spirit, and constantly striving to improve. Each and every student I meet possesses some talent or knowledge that I wouldn't have been able to guess, but that they are instantly willing to share; not show off, but share. There is also a tremendous compassion for public service that humbles me, inspires me, and motivates me to do the same."

Logan, Tucson, Ariz.

"Every day I walk this campus and see a sea of diversity. People here have something great about them that sparks passion and innovative thinking. From community service to studying abroad, Carolina students generate an atmosphere of eagerness to change the world. We remember our past, are cognizant of the present, and allow the plethora of possibilities available at Carolina to shape our futures."

Tanisha, Fayetteville, N.C.

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At Carolina, we are committed to providing an exceptional education at an affordable cost. In fact, Carolina has been widely and repeatedly recognized as the very best value in public higher education. We strive to set tuition at levels that are reasonable and fair, and we offer need-based aid that allows students of all backgrounds to thrive at the University.

Even as tuition changes, and regardless of your financial circumstances, we pledge to work with you to make your education as affordable as possible. Typical need-based aid packages for those meeting the priority financial-aid deadline of March 1 include 60% in grants and 40% in work-study and low-interest loans. Our net-price calculator, available at studentaid.unc.edu, can help you estimate your eligibility for financial aid at Carolina as well as your out-of-pocket expenses.

We expect that tuition and fees will increase during your four years at Carolina, as they are expected to increase at most other colleges and universities. During the four-year period from 2009-2010 through 2012-2013, annual increases averaged $564 for residents of North Carolina and $1,538 for out-of-state students. During the same period, 35% to 38% of each increase in tuition was returned to the student body in the form of need-based financial aid. In fact, any time tuition has increased, we have strengthened our funding for need-based aid, so that students who qualified for aid were protected from the impact of the increase. As a result, today we are one of only two public universities in the nation that continue to meet 100% of students’ demonstrated financial need.

In addition to increased funding for student aid, recent tuition increases have enhanced the education we offer by increasing the number of courses, improving faculty salaries, and strengthening academic advising. The University also strives to limit increases in other student expenses. During the four-year period described above, annual increases for room and board averaged $404.

We provide this information to help you and your family plan for your four years at Carolina. Since a variety of circumstances, including inflation and changes in state funding, can directly affect tuition, the actual increases that you and your family experience may differ from those described above.

PAYING FOR

CAROLINA

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Tuition Payment Options

The University Cashier’s Office offers a variety of convenient options for paying your tuition and fees. You may pay in person by cash or check, or by online checking account, money order, cashier’s check, credit card, or wire transfer. We also offer a convenient installment payment plan.

If you expect to receive financial aid, you may request a deferment on your tuition bill through your ConnectCarolina Student Center (available from MyCarolina). Look for the Finances Section and select “Request Deferment” from the drop-down box and follow the instructions. Please note that you must request the deferment before the due date on the billing statement. Additionally, information about payment options is subject to change, so please visit cashiers.unc.edu or call (919) 962-1368 for the most current information.

Estimated Cost of Attendance 2013-2014*

In-State Out-of-State

Tuition and Fees $8,336 $28,442

Room and Board $10,221 $10,221

Books and Supplies $1,241 $1,241

Travel $874 $1,667

Health Insurance $1,575 $1,575

Loan Fees $60 $60

Personal $1,407 $1,407

Total $23,714 $46,214

* Please note that the above figures are estimates and are subject to change.

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FINANCIAL AID16

Need-Based Aid Financial funds are not unlimited, and the most beneficial forms of aid – including University scholarships, campus jobs, and low-interest loans – are awarded first to students whose files are completed accurately and on time. To be considered for need-based financial aid, you'll need to fill out two forms, the CSS Profile and the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), and they must both be completed and submitted by the priority deadline of March 1 each year. To find out more about these forms and where to find them online, visit studentaid.unc.edu.

Laptop Grant When you complete the CSS Profile, you'll automatically be considered for a laptop computer grant (up to the full cost of the standard, approved laptop package), which is given to students who are eligible for financial aid in addition to any other need-based student aid.

Merit Scholarships There is no separate application for merit scholarships or the Honors Program; instead, selection is based on the information provided in the application for admission. If you are selected for further consideration for available awards or the Honors Program, you will be notified by early April at the latest.

Outside Scholarships Regardless of whether you are receiving University-sponsored merit scholarships or need-based aid, you must submit the “Reporting Outside Scholarships” form (available at studentaid.unc.edu) if you are receiving additional funding from private sources. Submitting this form ensures that your outside scholarships will be credited to your student account in a timely manner.

Next Step: Apply for Financial Aid

By MARCH 1studentaid.unc.edu

To receive priority consideration for need-based financial aid and a laptop grant, you'll need to fill out two forms, the CSS Profile and the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), and they must both be completed and submitted by March 1 each year. Links to these online forms are located at studentaid.unc.edu.

Successfully submitted financial aid applications are handled as quickly as possible. When your financial aid package is ready, you'll be notified electronically at your UNC email address with instructions on how to access your award information. To access your UNC email account, create your Onyen by visiting onyen.unc.edu.

For more information, please visit studentaid.unc.edu or call (919) 962-8396.

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"Through a mix of my summer earnings, merit scholarships from the University and Kenan-Flagler Business School, and low-interest loans, I’ve been able to finance my education. Nowhere else in the country can you study at a top 10 undergraduate business program for such an affordable cost."

Raven, Greensboro, N.C.

"My dad is a retired fireman and drywall contractor. At a time when the economy and the housing business were so tough, the Johnston Scholarship paid for my first year of college. I’ve also earned three additional scholarships through the journalism school – the Stephen Gates Scholarship, the Walt Disney/ABC11 Scholarship, and the Sports Communication Internship Award."

Will, Charlotte, N.C.

"I was familiar with Carolina's reputation of affordability, but I didn't expect this to be as true for out-of-state students. However, Carolina has been more than generous with financial aid, making it less expensive to attend Carolina than a public university in my home state."

Kristen, Springfield, Ohio.

Next Step: Register with University Career ServicesCreate a profile in Careerolina with University Career Services (UCS) as soon as you enroll to familiarize yourself with the services we offer and to begin to receive announcements of programs that relate to your interests. You’re also welcome to stop by the Center during our walk-in hours (Monday – Friday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.) for quick questions or to schedule an appointment with a counselor.

For more information about UCS, please visit careers.unc.edu, call us at (919) 962-6507, like us at facebook.com/uncucs, or follow us at twitter.com/uncucs.

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When you enroll at Carolina, you join a community with a strong culture of success. We expect you to graduate in four years, and we’ll help you find any support you might need to reach the finish line. Your professors and advising team will help you meet your goals and will work with you to revise and refine your plan as you grow and change.

As you pursue your studies and interests, we think that it's important for you to be thinking of the next step in your journey – life after graduation. From your first day on campus and up to six months after graduation, you are welcome to tap into the wealth of services, technologies, tools, and connections offered by University Career Services (UCS).

The many services offered include: career advising/assessments; help with selecting a major; internships, part-time and full-time employment assistance; job listings; career fairs, panels, and networking events; on-campus interviews; and workshops on job-seeking skills.

At this stage in your academic journey, you may not be sure about your major. This is not unexpected; in fact, we encourage you to take the first one to two years of your experience at Carolina to explore your interests and get to know yourself. At the same time, we offer several exciting resources specifically designed for students unsure about their career direction.

Career Exploration is a one-credit hour pass/fail course designed for first-year students and sophomores deciding about their major and career options.

Careerolina is an online database of job and internship postings, as well as information on career fairs, workshops, employer contact information, and more.

Career Peers is a group of current students who help other students clarify and attain their professional goals. Career Peers serve as a link between the student body and UCS.

Next Step: Learn more about the General Alumni AssociationFor more information about the GAA, please visit alumni.unc.edu or call (919) 962-1208.

Your Tar Heel journey doesn’t end when you graduate; in many ways, it's just beginning. You’ll join a distinguished fellowship of more than 250,000 alumni that includes leaders both at home and in 142 countries around the globe. As a result of the relationships developed while at Carolina and beyond, alumni keep in touch and help each other throughout their lives. As a Carolina graduate, you too may expect to develop lifelong friendships.

One of the best ways to connect with other alumni is to join the General Alumni Association (GAA), a self-governed, self-supporting nonprofit membership organization established in 1843 to link former students to Carolina for life. You may join the GAA whenever you choose, even as a student when you first arrive on campus.

The permanent home of the GAA is the George Watts Hill Alumni Center, which is located next to Kenan Stadium. The General Alumni Association numbers approximately 70,000 former students, 5,000 current students, and 100 alumni clubs worldwide.

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Pictured: Members of the Carolina College Advising Corps, which recruits recent Carolina graduates to help students from under-served high schools fulfill their dream of college attendance.

For more information, please visit carolinacollegeadvisingcorps.unc.edu.

Office of Undergraduate AdmissionsUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel HillCampus Box 2200, Jackson HallChapel Hill, NC 27599-2200Phone: (919) 966-3621Fax: (919) 962-3045admissions.unc.eduunchelp@admissions.unc.edu

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