University of North Carolina - Wilmington

Founded in 1947, University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW), the State’s coastal university, is dedicated to learning through the integration of teaching and mentoring with research and service. Its powerful academic experience stimulates creative inquiry, critical thinking, thoughtful expression and responsible citizenship in an array of high-quality programs at the baccalaureate and master’s levels, and in doctoral programs in marine biology and educational leadership. UNCW is committed to diversity and inclusion, affordable access, global perspectives, and enriching the quality of life through scholarly community engagement in areas such as health, education, economy, environment, marine and coastal issues, and the arts.