Since its establishment in 1789 as the first public university in the nation, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has earned a reputation as one of the best universities in the world. Our unique school spirit has been forged through more than two centuries of academic excellence, public service, and athletic, professional, and personal achievement. Students have access to innovative programs and opportunities to contribute to groundbreaking research in disciplines ranging from Biomedical Engineering to Business. The University is located in Chapel Hill, a sophisticated college town that is adjacent to the Raleigh-Durham metropolitan area – an area with a population of more than 1.7 million people and a diverse range of collegiate activities, professional opportunities, resources, neighborhoods, cultural events and more. For more, see www.admissions.unc.edu.