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UNC Charlotte's homepage (charlotte.edu) gives prospective students three direct entry points: Apply Now, Request Info, and Visit Campus. Use Apply Now when you are ready to submit an application, Request Info when you want the university to send you details before deciding, and Visit Campus when you want to see the campus in person before committing. All three are reachable from the homepage's "Niner Nation" section.
The three entry points and what each one is for
| Entry point | Use it when | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Apply Now | You have decided to apply and are ready to start an application | The application path for admission |
| Request Info | You are still comparing options and want materials sent to you | University information delivered to you |
| Visit Campus | You want to experience the campus before deciding | Campus visit arrangements |
The homepage also offers a search tool under "What can we help you find?" with a reset option, which is useful if you already know what you are looking for (for example, a specific program) rather than wanting general information.
Before you apply: check the program type
UNC Charlotte organizes its academic offerings into three paths, and which one applies to you affects where your application leads:
- Undergraduate Programs — more than 170 undergraduate majors.
- Graduate Programs — more than 150 programs.
- Online Programs — for continuing your education wherever you are.
If you are unsure which category fits your situation, start with Request Info and describe your goal; the program type determines the correct application route.
Paying for it: Financial Aid & Scholarships
The homepage lists Financial Aid & Scholarships as a separate resource, described as financial resources and support to help you invest in your education. If cost is part of your decision, treat this as a distinct step from applying — check it alongside your application rather than after.
What you are joining
A few figures from the homepage give context for the decision:
- 32,000+ students at Charlotte
- 400+ student organizations
- Top 100 national public university (per U.S. News and other rankings)
- An R1 research institution — a top-tier designation recognizing research impact and innovation
The homepage also notes that Charlotte is described as the city's only R1 university, located in one of America's fastest-growing cities.
A practical sequence
- Unsure whether to apply? Use Request Info first.
- Want to see it? Use Visit Campus.
- Ready to submit? Use Apply Now, choosing the path (undergraduate, graduate, or online) that matches your goal.
- Worried about cost? Check Financial Aid & Scholarships in parallel with your application.
Common sticking points
- Applying to the wrong path. Undergraduate, graduate, and online programs are separate; confirm which one your target program belongs to before starting.
- Skipping the visit. The homepage frames campus life as "where campus life meets city life," so a visit is the only way to judge fit for yourself.
- Treating aid as an afterthought. Financial Aid & Scholarships is listed as its own resource, so build it into your timeline rather than leaving it until after admission.
For current deadlines, application requirements, and aid details, use the Apply Now, Request Info, and Financial Aid & Scholarships links on charlotte.edu — those specifics are not stated on the homepage itself.