Charlotte, NC

Charlotte, NC: As you make your college decision, the city will become just as important as the campus when deciding “Is this the right fit for me?”  UNC Charlotte students are fortunate to call Charlotte “home” during their college experience.  Named for Queen Charlotte, the city is steeped in history and tradition. Uptown skyscrapers, the brightest jewels in the Queen City's crown, are located above the remnants of an abandoned gold mine. Charlotte is the site of the country's first gold rush, which began in 1799. More than 200 years later, Charlotte continues to be a dynamic city and its vision for the future reflects the vision of UNC Charlotte – growth. What this means for you is entertainment, internship opportunities and job possibilities upon graduation.

Whether you relax by staying active outside, shopping or sightseeing, Charlotte will keep you busy and help you unwind after a week of classes. Lake Norman is approximately 20 minutes from campus and offers 520 miles of lakeshore for sand volleyball, picnics or swimming.  Places like Crowder Mountain offer outdoor enthusiasts a chance to venture away from campus while enjoying the scenic North Carolina views. Looking for back to school clothes. Visit Concord Mills, Southpark Mall or North Lake Mall which all offer a variety of stores and eateries. For sports enthusiasts, Charlotte offers the NFL Carolina Panthers, the NBA Charlotte Bobcats, the Carolina Knights Class AAA baseball team, the East Coast Hockey League Carolina Checkers and NASCAR racing at Lowe's Motor Speedway. Exciting new attractions in Charlotte include the new US National Whitewater Center and the NASCAR Hall of Fame (Opens 2009).

Charlotte’s cultural richness continues to grow as diverse, new influences add to the dynamics of the present, earning us a reputation as one of the South's great success stories.