What's the student population like at UNC Chapel Hill?

I'm trying to get a sense of the size and feel of the student body at UNC Chapel Hill. Is it overwhelming, or does it have a strong sense of community despite being a large public university?

UNC Chapel Hill, being a prominent public university, certainly has a fairly large student population. As of the most recent data, the undergraduate student population is around 19,000. Despite its size, many students report that the institution maintains a tight-knit community feel. This is due, in part, to the university's effort to create smaller learning communities via living-learning residence halls and small seminar-style first-year classes.

Students at UNC Chapel Hill come from a wide variety of backgrounds, with in-state students from all across North Carolina and out-of-state and international students adding to a diverse mix of perspectives. This diversity manifests itself in a rich tapestry of student life and activities. There are over 800 student organizations available, covering a wide array of interests from politics to performing arts to community service.

So while UNC Chapel Hill is a larger school, it provides ample resources and opportunities for students to create a smaller community within its population. Whether it's through joining clubs, participating in team sports, or collaborating in classes or research projects, students can form close-knit connections amidst the larger campus setting. It is often said that at UNC, the large university resources combine with the smaller college feel to provide the best of both worlds.