Applying to UNC-Chapel Hill: Insights from the Admissions Office

In this episode of College Planning Simplified, Arielle is joined by Jared Rosenberg, the Interim Director of Admissions at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Jared shares valuable insights on the university's admissions process, including application statistics, acceptance rates, and the importance of extracurricular activities. He clarifies common questions about geographic quotas, intended majors, and the influence of extracurriculars on admissions. Jared also offers advice on writing impactful essays and managing the competitive nature of college admissions. This episode is packed with valuable information for prospective students and families navigating the college application process.

00:00 Introduction 
00:36 Early Action Insights
01:21 Application Trends 
03:53 County-Specific Admission Trends
06:48 Intended Major and Application Review
13:31 Extracurricular Activities and Their Importance
18:17 The Role of Essays in Applications
25:20 On-Campus Competitiveness and Resources
30:23 Future of Admissions and Final Thoughts