Register for Fall 2012
This fall we will offer 75 courses from 29 departments, including newly revised courses in History and Music. More
Study at UNC Part-time
You don't have to be a full-time student to take classes at Carolina. Here's how to get started. More
New Course: Macedonian
The Self-paced Courses program recently opened a new introductory course in Macedonian language. More
Course Limit Increase
New policies allow some students to take as many as three Carolina Courses Online classes each semester. More
Ask an Advisor
Friday Center academic advisors will work with you to plan a course of study that will help you reach your academic goals. More
You don’t have to be a full-time student or seeking a degree to earn academic credit at UNC. Part-time learners can take classes on campus, online, or by correspondence. Semester-based and self-paced courses are available. Distance courses are open to full-time students on a limited basis. Looking for a particular course subject? Check the Active Course List, which lists courses open for enrollment in all our programs.
Carolina Courses Online
These Web-based courses are offered on a semester schedule. Class attendance is not required, but students communicate with classmates and their instructor via e-mail and discussion forums. Courses originate and credit is granted from UNC-Chapel Hill. More »
Self-paced Courses
These are correspondence or online courses that can be completed at your own pace. Enroll at any time of year; no class attendance is required. Courses originate and credit is granted from eight institutions in the University of North Carolina system. More »
Part-time Classroom Studies
Local residents can attend UNC-Chapel Hill as part-time students. The full range of graduate and undergraduate courses is available during the day, and a core curriculum of undergraduate courses is offered at night. Admission to UNC-Chapel Hill is required for enrollment, but students need not be seeking a degree. More »
Program Comparison
| Method of Instruction | Admission Required | Time to Complete Course | Credit-Granting Institution | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Courses Online | online |
no |
semester |
UNC-Chapel Hill |
| Self-paced Courses | online or correspondence |
no |
up to 9 months (start any time) |
one of eight UNC institutions |
| Part-time Classroom Studies | classroom |
yes |
semester |
UNC-Chapel Hill |