USA, Wilmington: University of North Carolina Wilmington
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USA, Wilmington: University of North Carolina Wilmington
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Campus of the University of North Carolina Wilmington UNCW -
UNCW students stand in front of the Clock Tower on campus UNCW -
On the UNCW campus. In the foreground, a student with a bike from Hawk Wheels Bike Share. UNCW -
Student clubs (here the Kappa Delta Sorority) present themselves at the Student Club Fair. UNCW -
Hoggard Hall: One of the oldest buildings on campus UNCW -
In summer, students use hammocks to make themselves comfortable under one of the many trees on UNCW's campus. UNCW -
Coastal landscape: The Cape Fear River flows into the Atlantic at Wilmington UNCW -
Wilmington is located between the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, and the landscape is characterised by its proximity to the water. UNCW -
Coast UNCW -
Sunset on the beach UNCW
The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is part of the state-run University of North Carolina System, which comprises a total of 17 universities.
The university is located in the harbour town of Wilmington in New Hanover County (population approx. 120,000) on the east coast of the USA, just a few minutes from Wrightsville Beach, and has around 16,500 students. It offers a wide range of Bachelor's, Master's and doctoral programmes.
There are more than 260 clubs and teams at UNCW through which exchange students can experience traditional American campus life. With over 30 fraternities and sororities, Greek Life at UNCW is very traditional. UNCW writes about itself: "UNCW has evolved into a nationally ranked university recognised for its commitment to excellence, student-centered learning experiences, diversity, innovation and community engagement."
Academically, UNCW is very similar to the University of Oldenburg. It has four colleges (Arts and Sciences, Health and Human Services, Business, Education), and almost all degree programmes offered by the University of Oldenburg can also be found at UNCW. It specialises in education, economics and marine sciences.
Oldenburg students are welcome to enrol on the Bachelor's degree programmes.
