@UNC_System

The University of North Carolina System includes all 16 of North Carolina’s public universities, as well as a residential high school for gifted students.

 Raleigh, NC
northcarolina.edu
Joined June 2012
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Get to know the UNC System! ➡️ The University of North Carolina System includes 16 public universities ranging from the North Carolina mountains to the coast, and the nation’s first public residential high school for gifted students. 🎓 Learn more at northcarolina.edu!
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Your college journey doesn't have to start and finish at the same place. This #TransferStudentWeek, we're celebrating thousands of students who came to the UNC System from community colleges and other institutions in NC and beyond! We're so glad you're here! 💙
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Applying to college? Save on application fees! 🎓 During NC College Application Week (Oct. 19–25), students can apply to 9 UNC System universities and other participating NC colleges for FREE . Explore your options and learn how to apply through @CFNC: ow.ly/JtE050ZXOpO
University of North Carolina System promotes College Application Week from October 19-25, 2026, encouraging free applications.

ALT University of North Carolina System promotes College Application Week from October 19-25, 2026, encouraging free applications.

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There are now more pathways to teaching in NC! 🍎 The UNC System awarded $400K to 15 universities to expand teacher apprenticeships and create new routes to licensure for veterans, working adults, teaching assistants, and college students. Learn more: ow.ly/ni2f50ZWR0h
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UNC System retweeted
ECU@EastCarolinaOct 8
Start spreading the news! 📰   The #ECU Marching Pirates have been selected to perform in the 2027 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. 🥁 🧵 1/3
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High school students: Explore all 16 UNC System universities during four live Virtual Open House sessions. Hear from admissions representatives and current students, then ask questions live Oct. 5, 6, 12 & 13 from 6:30–7:45 p.m. on Zoom ➡️ Register at go.northcarolina.edu/openhou…
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A record 2,889 working adults are enrolled in Project Kitty Hawk's online degree programs this fall, up 54% in one year. 🎓 🔹75% work full time. 🔹90% persist from term to term. 🔹25 programs are now available across 6 UNC System universities. More: ow.ly/FJnM50ZQmJh
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Daniel Harrison, former UNC System vice president for academic affairs, has been named executive director of the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA). Learn more ➡️ ow.ly/F3eK50ZPSGE
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Early Action is OPEN. 🍎 Apply to become a North Carolina Teaching Fellow by Nov. 1 and receive your decision in December. Future teacher? Take the first step at NCteachingfellows.org. #NCed #NCTeachingFellows
North Carolina Teaching Fellows program now accepting applications with early action deadline November 1, 2026, encouraging future educators to apply.

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The UNC Board of Governors will meet in regular session today (Thursday, September 17) at 10 a.m. at the UNC System Office in Raleigh. Watch the livestream provided by @MyPBSNC at go.northcarolina.edu/livestr….

UNC Board of Governors Meetings | PBS North Carolina

Watch livestream meetings of the UNC Board of Governors, provided by PBS North Carolina.

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The UNC System surpassed 260,000 students across the state this year, a new record. 🎓 More on what’s driving demand for NC public universities: ow.ly/HX5b50ZOl8J #NCed #NCHigherEd
The University of North Carolina System announces fall 2026 enrollment surpassing 260,000 students statewide.

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Have you ever considered a career in law enforcement? 🚔 There may be more opportunities than you think! Join the UNC System and @RTI_Intl for a virtual Pathways in Public Safety Symposium on 9/29 to learn more! Register here: ow.ly/br5a50ZO4CH
Virtual symposium on pathways in public safety careers scheduled for September 29, 2-4 PM, covering law enforcement and related fields.

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More than 105,000 North Carolina high school seniors received direct admission offers from colleges and universities across the state today — without submitting a single application. 🎓 Learn more about NC College Connect ➡️ ow.ly/EW1Q50ZNuaL #NCed
Three college students excitedly reviewing admission letters together indoors. Text overlay reads: "You're already admitted to college. Yep! You read that right!" with the NC College Connect logo.

ALT Three college students excitedly reviewing admission letters together indoors. Text overlay reads: "You're already admitted to college. Yep! You read that right!" with the NC College Connect logo.

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The UNC Board of Governors will meet in regular session at 10 a.m., on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the UNC System Office in Raleigh. Meeting information: ow.ly/fmYO50ZMmvo
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NC could face a shortage of 12,500 nurses over the next decade. 🩺 The UNC System is responding by expanding all 12 public university nursing programs to increase capacity. @UNCSON, one example, increased enrollment 13% in one year. Learn more: ow.ly/JMfF50ZMxWt
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UNC System retweeted
GEAR UP NC@GEARUPNCSep 10
✨ Applying to college just got a whole lot easier! 👉 Sign up to attend NC College Connect virtual sessions to learn more about the program at gearupnc.org/events. The hard part is over with #NCCollegeConnect!
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High school students: start exploring your college options at the UNC System Virtual Open House! Meet 16 NC universities, hear from admissions representatives and current students, and ask questions live on October 5, 6, 12 & 13. 🎓 Learn more at go.northcarolina.edu/openhou…!
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A former North Carolina Teaching Fellow will lead the next generation of Fellows. Dr. Sheryl Long brings 30 years of education experience to her role leading @NCTF_Program, which supports future teachers preparing to serve NC public schools. Learn more: ow.ly/c5bo50ZLg0F
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Submit a public comment to the UNC Board of Governors for the September 2026 meeting. Public comments will be accepted online until 5 p.m. on September 17. go.northcarolina.edu/comment
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Thinking about transfer? The UNC System Virtual Transfer Fair is your chance to connect with transfer experts at 15 universities across NC. Get answers to your questions live on Zoom Sept. 29 - Oct. 1 so you can take your next step with confidence. ➡️ go.northcarolina.edu/transfe…
Virtual Transfer Fair hosted by UNC System from Sept. 29 to Oct. 1, 2026, with live Zoom sessions for exploring transfer options and speaking to university reps.

ALT Virtual Transfer Fair hosted by UNC System from Sept. 29 to Oct. 1, 2026, with live Zoom sessions for exploring transfer options and speaking to university reps.

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Bronco Nation is growing! FSU reaches historic enrollment levels with more than 7,700 students, 80% student retention, an incoming freshman class GPA average of 3.45 and military-affiliated enrollment exceeding 2,500! 📈💙🎉 #FayState #MakeWay #StudentSuccess
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