The mission of the College of Arts + Architecture is to further the discourse between the theory and practice of architecture through the education and training of the students, the design work and research of the faculty, and service to the university, the profession and the wider community.

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is the largest of the University's seven colleges and consists of 22 departments and 11 programs which share basic educational values and academic aspirations.

The Belk College of Business serves the people of the Charlotte region and the State of North Carolina, as well as selected national and international communities. The College serves these constituents through the delivery of undergraduate and graduate programs in business administration and related interdisciplinary fields and through the development and dissemination of new knowledge. Through continuous improvement, the College seeks to maintain high standards in its programs and its intellectual contributions. In carrying out its mission, the College is committed to maintaining diversity within the faculty and student body.

College of Computing and Informatics empowers people and society through information. We educate professionals skilled at using information and information technology to elevate and to advance the agendas of individuals, groups, and society. The College also leads in the evolution of the information and computing disciplines, teaches the ethical use of information and information technology, collaborates with various communities and organizations for successful use of information and information technology.

With over 1,400 undergraduates and 1,000 graduate students, the College of Education prepares excellent education professionals through undergraduate and graduate programs in teacher education, child and family development, counseling, instructional technology, and educational leadership. The new Master of Arts in Teaching program offers college graduates the opportunity to prepare for the teaching profession. Doctoral programs are available in educational leadership, counseling, and special education. It is the College's goal to prepare professionals who will contribute to the positive development of persons, the development of effective schools for all children and youth, and to the alleviation and prevention of many of today's problems.

The William States Lee College of Engineering is a community of students, faculty and industry partners. Together, we study, teach, research and work, with each group contributing to and benefiting from the others. Our shared goal is excellence, and the participation of all has made us a leading institution for engineering, science and technology.

The College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) aspires to excellence in educational programs, scholarship and research, and community service in human services and health sciences. The College of Health and Human Services offers professionally recognized and accessible undergraduate and graduate programs that are nationally and globally relevant, and responsive to changing needs of health care and human services in the state and region. The College achieves excellence through informed and effective teaching in its degree programs, continuing education, community outreach services and partnerships, professional activities, and research to advance science and practice in the health and human services professions.

The Graduate School was established in 1985 with the appointment of the first Dean of the Graduate School, although graduate degree programs had been offered since 1969. Today more than 660 members of the Graduate Faculty and more than 3,100 graduate students participate in a broad array of graduate programs at the master's and doctoral levels and in graduate certificate programs.

The Honors College at UNC Charlotte offers academically talented, enthusiastic, motivated students many of the personal and intellectual advantages of a small liberal arts college within the diversity of a large university. The emphasis is on seminars, intensive reading, writing, and discussion in which reasoned self-expression and critical thinking are valued and rewarded. The Honors College is comprised of several distinct programs, each with its own standards for admission and requirements for graduation. Honors College Programs include: Business Honors, University Honors, Teaching Fellows and several Department Honors Programs. Unique enrichment opportunities; including scholarships, study abroad, community service, executive shadowing, special lectures, and individualized senior projects are also available. Some exceptionally talented students are enrolled in more than one program. An honors residence option is also available for all students in the Honors College.

University College serves all undergraduate students at UNC Charlotte through the General Education program which it coordinates on behalf of and with the support of all of the academic colleges that make up the campus community. In addition, University College houses all undergraduate students who are exploring their options before choosing a major, particularly through the University Advising Center.