Colleges in North Carolina
North Carolina is home to 138 colleges and universities, from large flagship research institutions to small liberal arts colleges and community colleges. Known for beach campuses and mountain access, North Carolina offers a range of environments for every type of student. Use the filters below to find the right fit by campus lifestyle, safety, tuition, and more.
Top Colleges by Enrollment
138 total in North CarolinaNorth Carolina State University at Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
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University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
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East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
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Appalachian State University
Boone, NC
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University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
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University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro, NC
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North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NC
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Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
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Elon University
Elon, NC
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Duke University
Durham, NC
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North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC
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Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC
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Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem, NC
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University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Pembroke, NC
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High Point University
High Point, NC
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Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC
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University of North Carolina Asheville
Asheville, NC
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Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC
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Wingate University
Wingate, NC
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Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC
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Davidson College
Davidson, NC
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Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC
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University of Mount Olive
Mount Olive, NC
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