UNC students at Homecoming pep rally at night
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Campus Life

It's the heart of our community. It's where friendships become family, passions come alive and your college story begins.

Live Life to the Fullest

Your people are here. Your passion is here. With hundreds of student clubs, outdoor adventures and activities from the stage to the field, you'll find exactly where you belong at UNC and the people who get you.
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NCAA Division I Teams

One roar that unites us all. Whether you're on the field or in the stands, UNC Athletics is where Bear Pride comes alive.

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Live Events. Student-Directed Stage Productions. Pure Creative Magic.

From jazz festivals that attract the best in the world to ever-changing gallery exhibits to musical theater that brings down the house—our arts scene is alive, evolving and waiting for you to join in.

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Free Gear to Borrow. Adventure's on Us

The Rockies are practically in our backyard. Ski fresh powder. Summit a peak. Hit the trails. Do cliff climbs. Go Snowshoeing. It's all nearby and waiting for you.

The Residential Experience

With a mix of modern and historic buildings, a variety of recreation and dining facilities, and plenty of green spaces, UNC is a place that feels like home.

Campus Housing

UNC is home to three distinct residential neighborhoods: Mesa, Basin, and Ridge. Housing options include everything from historic Tudor-style halls to modern, amenity-filled apartments.

Dickeson Hall Exterior Tudor Style

Dining Halls & Campus Eateries

In addition to our main dining halls, food options include Bowlful, Burgers & Co, Empire State Pizza, Hissho Sushi, and Crisol Latin Kitchen.

A station at Holmes Dining hall during service.

Activities & Involvement

Bears love packs! With hundreds of clubs and countless opportunities to lead and serve, you can get involved and build community.

Students reading a book and having a discussion on a campus quad

Recreation & Adventure

There’s mountains of things to do at UNC, quite literally. You can stay active with club and intramural sports, varsity athletics, fitness classes and outdoor pursuits.

Join us for our next outdoor adventure!

A group photo of students on the beach of Catalina Island in California for Spring Break with an Outdoor Pursuits flag at sunset.

Greeley & the Region

We love our hometown! Greeley is Colorado’s fastest-growing city, and downtown is just a five-minute walk from campus. The mile-high metropolis of Denver is about an hour away.

You'll love our thriving downtown with cafes, coffee shops, a historic theatre and a vibrant music and arts scene.

Students walking in downtown Greeley on sunny day

A Community That Supports You

Living on campus is an incredible way to build life skills and gain independence. And you have a community of people to support you when you need it.

Community & Belonging

You belong here. Explore all the ways we support and celebrate diversity on campus. 

Health & Well-being

You come first. Doing your best starts with being your best self. UNC’s health services, counseling, and other resources are here when you need them. 

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Career Readiness

We know you have big goals. And we’re here to keep you on track.  You’ll have access to professional development and career resources.

A group of UNC students standing and smiling and taking a selfie in their caps and gowns at graduation

Student Engagement and Connection

Meet friends, explore events and join organizations with our online engagement platform BearConnect. 

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Bears in Action

Danny Martinez, '23', climbs a recently-set route in the Rec Center
Two UNC theatre students participate in a Black Box play in Norton Theatre.
group of students white water rafting
Klawz and two members from UNC's marching band jumping in the air while the band marches down a street.
Dance showcase