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Academics

Pursue your path to excellence in a dynamic, thriving academic community at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.

UNCW is consistently recognized for excellence in academics and affordability, and earned the elevated designation of “Doctoral University: High Research Activity” in recognition of efforts to advance research and scholarly activities.

Our beautiful location on the Atlantic Ocean supports outstanding programs in coastal and marine sciences, including the new coastal engineering major – the only undergraduate program of its type in the U.S.

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Among Public National Universities, U.S. News & World Report

8 Years

Featured in the Fiske Guide to Colleges

12th

Nationally, Best Online Bachelor's Programs, U.S. News & World Report

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From creative fields like film studies and creative writing to cutting-edge sciences such as artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, you're sure to find an outstanding program to fit your strengths and prepare you to excel in our changing world. Find the program that's right for you with our comprehensive guide to undergraduate majors and minors, graduate degrees and certificate options.

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Online Education Pursue excellence in education from home or wherever you may roam. Earn degrees, certificates and licensures. Explore Offerings

Beyond the Classroom At UNCW, you'll find great ways to make the most of your education. Challenge yourself with Honors courses, applied learning opportunities and more. Find tutoring or choose a learning community that's right for you. Learn More

Become a Seahawk Once you're here, you'll recognize a new sense of belonging. You're welcomed into a supportive environment that allows you to be brave and try new things, where tiny steps turn into strides that lead you to excellence. Join the Flock

Academic Colleges

Cameron School of Business CSB prepares students with the skills, knowledge and practice to think critically and act responsibly in meeting today’s global business challenges. Discover More

College of Health & Human Services CHHS’ three professional schools and strategic partnerships share the common purpose of improving health and quality of life for individuals, families and communities. Discover More

College of Humanities, Social Sciences, & the Arts CHSSA offers programs that broaden knowledge and promote creativity in the visual and performing arts, communications, social sciences, and liberal arts. Discover More

College of Science & Engineering Bridging academic disciplines and tackling real-world problems, CSE programs expand the boundaries of human knowledge and experience in mathematics and statistics, computer sciences, natural sciences, psychology, pre-engineering, and engineering. Discover More

Watson College of Education WCE prepares professionals to succeed in virtually any setting where teaching and learning occurs, from pre-school through higher education, and in the workplace. Discover More

UNCW Library

UNCW Library is the intellectual heart of the University of North Carolina Wilmington and a favored destination for the Seahawk community to study, collaborate, discover and use technology.

UNCW Library