Accepted Students | Charlotte, NC - Johnson & Wales University

Find your place in the Queen City

One of America’s fastest-growing cities, Charlotte, N.C., is home to our small campus community full of big-city opportunity. Some of the country’s biggest industry headquarters, professional sports stadiums, music and culture, and a thriving food scene are all right outside our front door, waiting for you. Come explore all there is to see and do here!

Charlotte City Guide

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Orientation

At new student orientation, you’ll come to campus and get to know campus resources, learn about student clubs and meet other students. We also have virtual sessions to help answer your questions during the summer and prepare you for the start of the school year.

Registration for Summer 2027 opens this winter.

Your New Wildcat Home

Your quick guide to living, learning and playing at JWU Charlotte.

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Living on Campus

In Cedar Hall North, you’ll have space to make campus your own while joining a community of fellow first-year students in the heart of a thriving city. You can also apply to bring your pet through JWU’s Pet and Animal Friendly (PAF) Community Living program.

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Life at JWU

From exploring the city to getting involved in the campus’ 30 student clubs and organizations to competing on one of JWU Charlotte’s 13 varsity sports teams, there’s no shortage of excitement and ways to make friends here.

Life at JWU Charlotte

Four students wearing Johnson and Wales University apparel pose joyfully with raised arms against a bright blue sky and the Charlotte skyline. — Charlotte campus Ignite the Night event.

Students relax in colorful chairs under autumn trees on the campus lawn. — Charlotte campus Ignite the Night event.

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Connect with Your Online Communities

Before you even arrive, you can get to know your new city, see the culture, meet classmates with similar interests and make friends you might have for life. Follow JWU social media accounts for news, updates and fun. And join your JWU campus community on JWULink and the ZeeMee app to meet people who share your same interests, questions, hopes and dreams.

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Charlotte Campus Resources for New Students

Here are just a few of our support services designed to help you thrive during your time at JWU. Get to know what’s here for you so you can take advantage of all the ways they can help.

Student Support Services

Access tutoring, writing laboratories and study skills workshops at our Academic Success Center.
Get tools to manage your emotional and physical well-being through Counseling, Health & Wellness services.
Find support, education and confidentiality around topics including sexual orientation, gender identity and violence prevention at JWU’s Bridge.
Obtain guidance for you and your family in financing your education from your personal financial planner.
Stay on track through academic planning, counselors and advisors in JWU’s Student Academic Services.
Request accommodations for learning disabilities, physical challenges or chronic medical conditions from Accessibility Services.
Get support as the first in your family to go to college through the Summer Bridge program.