The University Transition Opportunities Program (UTOP) began in 1986 to facilitate the underrepresented student's transition from high school to college. By involving incoming UNC Charlotte freshmen in a rigorous five-week summer collegiate experience, UTOP builds upon the scholastic abilities of the students through college courses and contact with University academic support services.

For more information about UTOP, please contact Belma Blanco.

How UTOP Works

• Participants enroll in 3 classes together for a total of 7 credit hours
• Participants develop study skills and college survival tips by working with counselors from the University Center for Academic Excellence
• Participants enhance writing abilities through weekly appointment with tutor from the Writing Resource Center
• Participants receive academic advising and monitoring continue throughout the students’ freshmen year
• Participate in weekend extra-curricular activities

The 2012 UTOP Online Application is now available for new freshman

The online application is located inside of the new freshman student UNC Charlotte 49er Express portal.

For detailed steps on how to complete the 2012 UTOP summer program application please click here.

UTOP 2012 Online Wimba Chat Session