Plan Your Trip to Raleigh, N.C., to Visit Colleges & Universities

Curious about the story behind an abundance of accolades Raleigh, N.C., has racked up in recent years? Look no further than the area's brightest young minds. Fueled by one of the world's most significant research and educational epicenters, a steady stream of savvy students and professionals-turned-residents collectively keep N.C.'s capital city thriving.

Home to 10 traditional universities and colleges—including North Carolina State University and a major research center, plus a private women's college, a law school and two historically black universities—the Raleigh area is unusually rich in both educational opportunities and cultural experiences.

Use the info and links below to plan your trip to Raleigh, N.C., to visit campuses!

Colleges & Universities

As home to 10 traditional universities and colleges and...

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Top 10 Things to Do

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Places to Stay

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Restaurants

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Campus Tours

Interested in taking a campus tour? Check out the links below to get planning info from the institutions:

Campbell Law School
Meredith College
North Carolina State University
Saint Augustine's University
Shaw University
Shepherds Theological Seminary
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Southeastern Free Will Baptist College
Wake Technical Community College
William Peace University

Raleigh Now in Raleigh

Live Music

Live After 5 Brings Free Music to Downtown Raleigh on Thursday Nights This Spring and Summer

Note: Authored by David Menconi, this piece has been produced in partnership with Raleigh Arts . Menconi's latest book, "Oh, Didn't They Ramble: Rounder Records and the Transformation of American Roots Music," was published by University of North Carolina Press. His podcast, Carolina Calling ,

Sports & Recreation

Seven Outdoor Wonders of the Raleigh Area

Raleigh wears its nickname with pride. The City of Oaks is no stranger to great outdoor spaces—lush, lively and packed with places to play, wander and unwind. From sculpted gardens to...

Arts

45 Years Strong, VAE Remains a Creative Incubator for Artists in Raleigh

Note: Authored by David Menconi, this piece has been produced in partnership with Raleigh Arts . Menconi's latest book, "Oh, Didn't They Ramble: Rounder Records and the Transformation...

Live Music

Red Hat Amphitheater's 16th Season is Jam-Packed; 2027 Brings a Bigger, Better Venue

Note: Authored by David Menconi, this piece has been produced in partnership with Raleigh Arts . Menconi's latest book, "Oh, Didn't They Ramble: Rounder Records and the Transformation...

Sports & Recreation

The Best Trails to Hike, Bike and Run in Raleigh, N.C.

There's no shortage of ways to find peaceful escapes in order to explore the outdoors in the City of Oaks. Use any of the Raleigh area’s 200+ miles of greenways—many of them...

Dining & Drinks

The First-Ever MICHELIN Guide American South Features 14 Raleigh-Area Restaurants

The MICHELIN Guide—widely considered the world's foremost guide to exceptional dining—has finally landed in Raleigh (and the rest of the American South). Unveiled in late 2025, the first-ever MICHELIN Guide to the American South features 14...

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Children At The N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences

Museums

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Science Centers

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Collegiate Arts Programs

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