Congratulations on taking the next step in your education! As a freshman at UNCP you have the opportunity to become a part of a tight-knit community and shine. You get to take advantage of our small class sizes and innovative academics while cheering for our championship athletic teams and finding your place in one (or more!) of our 120+ clubs and organizations.

With our welcoming community, small class size and abundance of student organizations, we have no doubt you’ll settle right in at UNCP. Whether you are transferring in with credit hours earned at a community college or another four-year institution, your admission’s counselor will help ensure a smooth and successful transition.

With countless opportunities to learn, explore and strengthen the skills you care about most, all while benefiting from small class size, knowledgeable faculty and a tight-knit community, as a UNCP graduate student, you have a unique opportunity to make a name for yourself.

When you’re ready to continue your education at UNCP, we’re ready to help! For students who have interrupted their course of study for at least two semesters, The Braves Come Back program can help you complete your degree and take advantage of the NC Promise Tuition Plan.

As one of the most diverse campuses in the nation, encouraging intercultural appreciation and inclusion is part of UNCP’s core foundation. With international students representing 18 countries studying in more than 14 majors, #YOUAreWelcomeHere. As an integral part of our campus community, you are encouraged to become involved in clubs, organizations and activities across campus.

As a member of our nation’s military, you know what it takes to succeed. UNCP is proud to be a designated military-friendly university, and we welcome your leadership, diversity and experience to our campus. No matter what you’re looking for in a college degree—affordability, flexibility or distance learning programs, UNCP has you covered.