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About UNCG

Explore all that UNC Greensboro has to offer – more than 150 areas of undergraduate study and over 200 areas of graduate study, a picturesque campus, a thriving city, a welcoming environment, and much more.

UNCG’s iconic Minerva statue in front of the oldest campus building, Foust.

Points of Pride

UNCG is consistently ranked among the top colleges in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. For five consecutive years, UNCG is ranked as a top institution in N.C. for social mobility.

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Historic photo of the Administration Building.

History of UNCG

UNCG is one of the original three UNC System institutions. From 1891-1963, it was the only public college for women in North Carolina, and one of the premier institutions for women in the country.

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Overhead view of people gathering in a green, flourishing downtown park.

Living in Greensboro

Greensboro is a thriving city with a revitalized downtown, an exciting arts and entertainment scene, and a wide variety of parks and recreational activities. And with 7 colleges and universities, it’s the perfect place to be a college student.

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Equity, diversity, and inclusion are actionable values. UNCG’s DEI action framework guides the campus community toward real, structural change.

As a minority-serving institution, UNCG takes pride in providing access and opportunity to individuals from underrepresented and historically marginalized groups.

UNCG’s strategic plan – dubbed “Taking Giant Steps” – is anchored by transformation, with three areas of focus: health and wellness, vibrant communities, and global connections. Learn more.

UNCG aims to redefine the public research university for the 21st century. Learn More.

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