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Within the town of 51¹ÙÍø are the following options:

The Carnegie Guest House
An early 20th-century structure, the house is situated near the campus entrance. The Guest House enjoys hosting parents, alumni, prospective students; however, we are unable to reserve rooms for Wildcat Weekend, Commencement and Reunion Weekend.

Located just across from campus on Main Street The 51¹ÙÍø Village Inn has all the charm of an intimate European bed and breakfast.

Homewood Suites is located right off exit 30 in a quiet residential neighborhood and close to the attractions of Lake Norman and the college.

Beyond 51¹ÙÍø and in the surrounding Lake Norman communities (Cornelius, Huntersville and Mooresville), are several more options. For additional overnight accommodations, check out and .

(Cornelius)
This modern roadside hotel is located just off Interstate 77, 2.8 miles from campus and 24 miles from Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.

(Huntersville)
Located right off Interstate 77 in Huntersville, the hotel is only minutes away from 51¹ÙÍø and is located in the midst of all the action in Huntersville, across the street from the well-known Birkdale Village.

(Huntersville)
The newly opened hotel is conveniently located off Interstate 77 in Huntersville just 4 miles south of campus across Birkdale Village. 

Conveniently located off I-77 just three miles north of 51¹ÙÍø.

Recently renovated, the hotel is 7.5 miles from campus and just minutes from the sparkling waters of Lake Norman.

* signifies a staff favorite!

Casual Eats

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128 S Main St, 51¹ÙÍø

101 N Main St, 51¹ÙÍø

104 S Main St, 51¹ÙÍø  

445 S Main St, 51¹ÙÍø

208 S Main St., 51¹ÙÍø

402 S Main St, 51¹ÙÍø

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202 S Main St., 51¹ÙÍø

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624 Jetton Street #110, 51¹ÙÍø

209 Delburg St., 51¹ÙÍø

20700 N Main St, Cornelius

20210 Henderson Rd, Cornelius

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107 N Main St #101, 51¹ÙÍø

Finer Dining

215 S Main St., 51¹ÙÍø

100 N Harbor Pl, 51¹ÙÍø

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131 N Main St, 51¹ÙÍø
Dinner Only

20517 N Main St, Cornelius

17830 Statesville Rd, Cornelius

51¹ÙÍø Lake Campus
152 Lake Campus Drive, Mooresville
Located 7 miles from main campus, Lake Campus’s 110 acres includes a waterfront beach and swim area, sand volleyball courts, picnic areas, wet and dry boat slips, a boat ramp, and open green spaces. Students will need a Cat Card for entry.

19000 Jetton Rd, Cornelius 
A 104-acre lakefront park that includes picnic sites, lighted tennis courts and walking trails. 

6211 Sample Road, Huntersville 
Amenities include a Nature Center, 18 miles of hiking trails and horseback riding, fishing and kayak tours. Additional attractions on the preserve include the Carolina Raptor Center. 

5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte
Whitewater rafting, ziplines, deep water solo, kayaking, SUP, climbing, ropes and mountain biking.

1213 Oak Ridge Farm Hwy, Mooresville
Swimming in a natural quarry. Reservations required.

The  is located on Main Street, just across the street from campus.

You’ll find several cute boutiques and shops as you stroll along Main Street in 51¹ÙÍø, and nearby Cornelius has the big box stores like Target, Home Depot and Lowes. The centers below offer multiple options for both shopping and dining.

5 miles from campus
A popular open-air shopping, dining and residential area in Huntersville. Enjoy tree-lined sidewalks and vibrant gardens. Birkdale Village offers plenty of dining choices within walking distance of boutique shops and dessert spots.

12 miles from campus
Concord Mills is a large indoor outlet and value retail shopping destination that also offers family dining and entertainment options.

25 miles from campus
With 150+ stores, SouthPark is a climate controlled indoor mall with many dining options from sit down restaurants to grab and go choices. 

Student Health and Well-Being outlines the valuable resources that 51¹ÙÍø provides for students’ health, counseling, nutrition and educational needs. A highly trained care team can meet with students in-person and virtually. For after-hours needs, a registered nurse is available when Student Health is closed (nights and weekends). In case of an emergency, students should still call 911. Theon Main Street is walkable from campus and also has a Minute Clinic.

If you are concerned about your student, you may complete a , which initiates a confidential review process. A team of staff from the Dean of Students Office meets weekly to ensure that appropriate action and necessary referrals are made for the student’s well being. 

Our campus post office has a helpful Mailing Address Guide with easy instructions for mailing and shipping.

Our on campus catering service, Much Ado Catering, provides a variety of ’Cat Packs to surprise your student on a special day.

The Student Government Association organizes an airport shuttle to coincide with the major holiday breaks. Students receive an email several weeks prior and can sign up for a spot based on their flight times. 

Uber and Lyft rides are also easy to schedule.

Yes, students may have cars on campus. Check with the Public Safety Office about the process for registering vehicles.

Unfortunately, 51¹ÙÍø doesn’t have the capacity to offer storage to students. However, we do partner with an approved local vendor. If your student needs help with moving or storing belongings, check out for options.

Our Residence Life Office offers informative overviews of all campus residence halls that include approximate dimensions, building information and photographs. 

Please remember that rooms can vary even within the same building, so it’s impossible to give exact details for each space. 

The website also provides a helpful list of items to bring (and not bring).

We encourage you to explore this comprehensive guide on all things FERPA.

In summary:

• Students control access to their educational records once they enroll in college.
• Parents must obtain their child's permission to access academic records, grades, or other personal information.
• In emergencies, schools may share information with parents under specific circumstances.
• FERPA does not automatically allow parents access to financial records unless the student is a dependent for tax purposes.