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Visit Charlotte, N.C.

An in-person tour is an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in the JWU community, check out student life firsthand and explore the unique city of Charlotte. If you can't make it to campus, get to know JWU from the comfort of your own home on our interactive tour. Browse the Wildcat Center, suite-style residence halls, multiple culinary labs and other exciting places on campus.

Student-Led Walking Tours

Visiting our Charlotte campus is the best way to see if JWU is the right fit for you! On our student-led walking tour you'll get the chance to view our academic center, residence halls, dining center and so much more. This is a great opportunity to meet with students, hear from an Admissions officer and have your questions answered. 

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JWU Visit Grant

$1,000 Renewable Visit Grant – Available to incoming undergraduate first-year students who take part in an in-person visit experience through December 31 of their senior year of high school.  Full details can be found on the scholarship page.

Upcoming Events

OPEN HOUSE

Get ready to explore everything JWU has to offer! Participate in a student-led walking tour and meet with Admissions, Student Financial Services, Faculty, Residential Life and more. You'll learn about academics and the college, and what it means to be a Wildcat.

Experience Day: CFIT

Dive into our Food Innovation & Technology (CFIT) majors on this special campus tour! Watch a cooking demonstration in one of our labs and take a tour of campus with a current student to have your specific questions answered.
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What the Fafsa?

Have questions about the FAFSA? We invite you to join one of our upcoming virtual info sessions hosted by JWU Admissions and a financial planner.

Virtual Experiences

Virtual Interactive Tour

Experience a virtual tour of JWU’s Charlotte campus at any time! Learn about our high-tech lab spaces, 33,000-square-foot Student Center, on-campus residence halls and more.

Chat with an Admissions Rep

Our Admissions Reps are available to answer your questions! Get in touch via phone or email to find out about academic programs, life on campus, application requirements and more.
Charlotte Skyline

Virtual Brochure

JWU’s Charlotte campus sits in the heart of the city and is centrally located near top attractions like Romare Bearden Park, NoDa District and Charlotte Motor Speedway. On campus you'll find a range of events from concerts and carnivals to world-class speakers.

EXPLORE FROM HOME

Johnson & Wales offers a unique undergraduate experience. If you haven’t yet had a chance to visit, check out campus and student life through this immersive online resource.

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Where To Stay

Looking for a Charlotte-area hotel for your visit?

Owned by JWU, the DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton is right on campus, minutes from downtown Charlotte, and an internship site for many JWU students.

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