UNC System Surges Amid National Decline | Wilmington News

UNC System Surges Amid National Decline | Wilmington News

Author: The Daily News Now! September 17, 2026 Duration: 1:25

Despite nationwide enrollment declines, the University of North Carolina System is breaking records this fall with over 260,000 students — and 11 campuses saw growth. President Peter Hans credits simpler admissions, affordable tuition, and a strong focus on value for their success. Undergrads rose 2.3%, transfers jumped 3.6%, with NCCU up 9.1% and Winston-Salem State up 4.8%. UNC’s strategy is clearly winning hearts and minds across the state.

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