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Voting and Civic Engagement

UNCW Votes

UNCW Votes is the nonpartisan election hub for UNCW, where Seahawks can learn about the voting process and register to vote. They can answer your questions, connect you with resources, and get you to the polls by mail-in ballot or in person. Check out these resources to help you make your vote count.

Important Dates - 2024 General Election

  • Sept. 6, 2024: County boards of elections begin mailing absentee ballots to eligible voters who submitted an absentee ballot request form.
  • Sept. 17, 2024: National Voter Registration Day
  • Oct. 11, 2024: Voter registration deadline (5 p.m.).*
  • Oct. 17, 2024: In-person early voting begins; same-day registration available.
  • Oct. 29, 2024: Absentee ballot request deadline (5 p.m.).*
  • Nov. 2, 2024: In-person early voting ends (3 p.m.).
  • Nov. 5, 2024: General Election Day.
  • Nov. 5, 2024: Absentee ballot return deadline (7:30 p.m.).*

More Resources for Voting in North Carolina

USPS PO Box Locator