From humble beginnings in 1947 as Wilmington College, UNCW has evolved into a top doctoral and research institution with nearly 18,000 students and about 2,500 employees.
Here at the state’s coastal university, you’ll enjoy a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry, critical thinking and thoughtful expression in a beautiful setting.
Find an outstanding program to fit your strengths and prepare you to excel in our changing world.
Discover entertainment, involvement and engagement opportunities as a current Seahawk, alumnus, or community member. Plus, we offer a range of support and services. Explore all UNCW has to offer!
Delve deep into your interests through applied learning, where undergraduate and graduate students partner with faculty on high-quality research projects.
Congratulations to our featured Philosophy and Religion major - Margarita Bowers Young!
Congratulations to CHSSA’s 2024 Rising Research Award Winners, Danielle Daidone, World Languages and Cultures and Julia Morris, International Studies!
UNCW Student Awarded Prestigious Scholarship for Study in the UK
Save the date! The CHSSA Faculty Research Celebration will take place April 1 - 4. Join us in applauding our faculty's scholarly contributions across Humanities, Social Sciences, and Arts!
