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Living on Main Campus

Where the Wolfpack Lives

NC State’s residence halls offer students more than just a place to live, they’re hubs of community and tradition. Whether you’re looking for the close-knit community of a village or the social opportunity of a traditional residence hall, we have the housing option that’s right for you.

NC State’s Main Campus has 19 on-campus residence halls configured in traditional, hall or hotel-style buildings. On-campus housing options include Alexander Hall, Bagwell Hall, Becton Hall, Berry Hall, Bowen Hall, Bragaw Hall, Carroll Hall, Coastal Quarters, E.S. King Village Apartments, Gold Hall, Lee Hall, Metcalf Hall, North Hall, Owen Hall, Sullivan Hall, Syme Hall, Tucker Hall, Turlington Hall, University Towers, Watauga Hall, Welch Hall, Western Manor Apartments, Wood Hall and Wolf Village Apartments.

Living and Learning Villages are residential communities where students, staff and faculty learn side-by-side. You can choose to live with other students based on a common identity, skill or academic interest. Village members develop personally and professionally in a tight-knit social atmosphere. Learn more about housing options at NC State.

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Living Options for Every Student

Buildings like the Tri-Towers—Bowen, Metcalf and Carroll—offer suite-style living, while buildings like Owen and Tucker provide classic traditional-style rooms.

Communities That Feel Like Home

NC State’s residence halls are vibrant hubs of connection, tradition and everyday campus life.

Keeping Traditions Alive

From hall events to long-standing campus customs, on-campus housing helps students build friendships and carry NC State traditions forward.

Courtyard between Turlington and Alexander residence halls.
Turlington residence hall.
Students playing volleyball at Tucker-Owen Beach.

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Central Campus Neighborhood

Located at the heart of NC State, the Central Campus neighborhood places students close to academic buildings, dining and campus landmarks like Wolf Plaza.

Carroll Residence Hall – Highlights

Carroll Residence Hall offers a welcoming residential experience with modern amenities and convenient access to dining, classrooms and student services.

Tri-Towers: Bowen, Carroll and Metcalf

The Tri-Towers residence halls are iconic high-rise communities on campus, known for their central location and strong sense of student connection.

Areas of Study Spotlight

Dive deeper into some of the innovative academic programs and departments that define NC State’s excellence, many of which have a strong presence on Main Campus.