About ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø
A superior public university with originality to spare.
The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is unlike any other public university. We’ve built a culture that celebrates the power of diverse thought. Where different and unique perspectives unite to shape a brighter, better future. A nationally recognized, public liberal arts and sciences university in the heart of historic ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø. Founded in 1770, the College is among the nation’s top universities for quality education, student life and affordability.
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Guides & Rankings
In its 2024 edition, U.S. News & World Report ranks the College a No. 4 top public college in the south, the No. 4 ranked college for veterans among southern institutions and the No. 6 most innovative school in the region.
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ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Through the Years
Born out of the Age of Revolution, the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø was founded in 1770 during a time of great change and great opportunity. For centuries, that same spirit of independence has sustained the College as its grown.
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