10 reasons why YOU FIT HERE
At UNCG, we're not shy about saying "You fit here!" That's because our many academic and social opportunities attract a wide variety of students. Here are just a handful of reasons why so many students say UNCG is the right fit for them.


- So many majors
UNCG offers more than 100 academic programs for undergraduates.
- Just the right size
UNCG is a close-knit campus community that embraces you as an individual while offering the resources of a large university.
- Tall trees and green grass
UNCG is located on a beautiful, historic campus about halfway between Atlanta and Washington, D.C. Greensboro’s central location and mild climate make it a very popular place to live.
- A city with so much to offer
As North Carolina’s third-largest city, Greensboro offers an exciting college lifestyle for some 90,000 college students. Just a mile from campus, the downtown area is known for its restaurants, nightclubs, and cultural events.
- Plenty of ways to get involved
There are more than 180 clubs and organizations to join on campus. Campus Recreation offers many ways to stay fit while having fun, such as intramural and club sports, the Student Recreation Center, and day trips through Outdoor Adventures.
- A diverse student body
UNCG attracts students from all 50 states and more than 70 countries. Minority enrollment is 24 percent.
- Friendly, accessible faculty
A student-to-faculty ratio of 16:1 means that professors make student learning their top priority.
- Global learning opportunities
Want to study abroad? UNCG offers the largest exchange program in the state.
- Division I athletics
UNCG's 16 Division I teams compete in the Southern Conference, creating excitement for athletes and fans alike. Go Spartans!
- A home away from home
Living on campus is a popular choice at UNCG. Students choose from 24 residence halls and 7 living-learning communities.
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