The University of North Carolina Wilmington is dedicated to the integration of teaching and mentoring with research and service. We are consistently recognized at a national level for academic excellence and affordability. A public institution with approximately 18,000 students, the university is focused on supporting and enhancing the student-centered learning experience that has been a hallmark since our founding in 1947. Here, you will enjoy a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry, critical thinking, and thoughtful expression in a beautiful campus setting.

The ideal way to experience the UNCW campus is with a campus tour, guided by our enthusiastic UNCW tour guides. Campus tours are offered twice a day, Monday-Friday, with various Saturday tours offered throughout the academic year. To register for a campus tour, visit https://apply.uncw.edu/portal/campusvisit. UNCW hosts various open houses for prospective and admitted students throughout the year. Make sure you register for an account to stay connected and be invited to these events. If you are unable to physically visit campus, we encourage you to explore UNCW virtually by visiting https://uncw.edu/admissions/virtualtour.html.