Admission Requirements for UNC Chapel Hill

Hey online fam, I've got my heart set on UNC Chapel Hill but need to figure out the nitty gritty. What are some of the mandatory requirements they look for in a prospective student?

Sure, I'd be glad to provide some information about admission to UNC Chapel Hill.

To apply, you'll need to submit the Common Application, along with the UNC supplement. Make sure to complete and submit these by the deadlines. There are two admission plans - Early Action (application deadline: October 15) and Regular Decision (application deadline: January 15).

UNC Chapel Hill requires your high school transcripts, two recommendation letters (one from a high school counselor and one from a teacher), and a list of your extracurricular activities. While your academic achievement is important, the college also values student's community involvement and leadership roles.

Your personal essays play a significant role. UNC Chapel Hill requires one short answer and provides several prompts for the longer essay. It's important to take time to thoughtfully respond to these prompts, as your essays provide a way for the admissions team to understand you better beyond your grades and test scores.

For test scores, UNC Chapel Hill is currently test-optional for the 2024-2025 application cycle, which means SAT or ACT scores are not a required part of the application. However, if you believe your test scores reflect your academic achievements and you have easy access to testing, you can still submit them.

UNC Chapel Hill uses a holistic admission process, which means they consider many aspects of your application to get a complete picture of who you are, what talents you can bring to their school, and how you've made use of the resources available to you. That's why it's also important to include any experiences, responsibilities, or obstacles that have shaped your academic journey in your application.

Remember, admissions requirements may change from year to year, so it's best to check UNC Chapel Hill's admissions website or reach out to their admissions office directly for the most current and detailed information.

All the best with your application!