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NC State and the College of Sciences are offering several in-person and digital options to help you experience the college and the university.

Prospective students have the opportunity to attend a guided on-campus tour led by an NC State Student Ambassador. Guided campus tours are offered Monday through Friday starting at Talley Student Union. You can expect to walk around Main Campus for approximately one hour.

If you stop by campus during the week and are not registered for a campus tour, stop by the Joyner Visitor Center to pick up information about a self-guided tour . Self-guided campus tours are accompanied by a video playlist featuring current students. If you visit campus on a weekend or university holiday, stop by the Joyner Visitor Center to grab a brochure and self-guided map from the bin outside.

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The College of Sciences is offering virtual information sessions that offer an overview of the college, focusing on student opportunities, and an opportunity to ask questions. Transfer students are welcome, but the session is geared more toward first-year students. The university is also offering virtual information sessions during this time.

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Centennial Campus is a resource for everyone , from local residents to leading researchers from around the world.

Located in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina — one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S. — we’re an invaluable destination for the entire Research Triangle community, open to everyone who wants a glimpse of what’s next. We’re walking distance from the rest of the NC State University campus and minutes away from Raleigh-Durham International Airport .

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Centennial Campus is served by NC State’s year-round Wolfline bus service .

The campus offers a number of parking decks and metered parking along the street that are open 24 hours a day. Most parking is available to the public outside business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) unless otherwise posted.

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The award-winning James B. Hunt Jr. Library is open every day of the week, and most library events and programming — including AV Geeks, Coffee and Viz and State of Sound — are free and available to the public.

A valid Wolfpack One Card is required to enter the library after 10 p.m., or during Reading Days or Final Exam periods.

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Lake Raleigh and its trails are open to the public from dawn until dusk.

Paid parking is available at the nearby Poulton lot on Partners Way from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday. At any other time, free parking on campus is open to the public.

After 5 p.m. and all day on weekends, public parking can also be found right in front of the lake. Walks, picnics, disc golf and non-motorized boating and watersports are available.

All are welcome to the outdoor Cinema Series every Friday in the fall, and the Live at Lake Raleigh concert series every Thursday in the spring.

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Voted the best golf course in Raleigh by readers of the News & Observer, the Lonnie Poole Golf Course is open to NC State alumni, Centennial Campus visitors and the public alike.

The general public — and NC State students, staff and faculty — may book tee times up to seven days in advance. The venue is also available to reserve for private events .

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The Dorothy and Roy Park Alumni Center is the on-campus destination for reunions, weddings, receptions, parties and seminars.

The center is home to the NC State Alumni Association , which is always seeking new members. You’ll also find seasoned on-site event coordinators ready to help organize everything from wedding ceremonies to business and social events.

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With more than 8,000 square feet of indoor meeting space and immediate access to the rest of Centennial Campus, this luxury hotel is ideally situated for corporate retreats, Raleigh vacations and other events.

Parking outside the hotel is free to visitors. Learn more about booking the venue for your next event on the StateView website .

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Centennial Campus is an award-winning research park and academic community, but it's also a venue for lake walks, golfing, movie nights and more. We host experiences for the whole family to enjoy, from first-rate lecture series to food truck rodeos.

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Centennial Campus is a global hub for education, innovation and public-private partnership — and a vital piece of one of the nation’s top public universities: NC State .

Centennial is a place for the thinkers and doers of Raleigh to live, work and learn in an environment that’s unique to the Triangle. It’s a proving ground for new ideas and new businesses. And it’s vital to our university’s mission: creating prosperity across our state and nation.

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NC State University Campus Tour (Where to Eat, Drink, Play & Stay)

Thinking about attending NC State University in Raleigh and planning a campus visit? The below guide is for you. I first moved to Raleigh in 2004 and know this city well, and I’m about to undertake college campus visits with my own daughter who will be a senior in high school this year! 

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This guide is not about how to do an actual campus tour of NC State (get that info here ). But when you visit the city of Raleigh and are contemplating calling it home for 4 years, I’m guessing you want to know what there is to do near NC State during your tour, including where to eat, drink, play, stay

You may only have a short period of time to explore the campus, so I’ve done all the other planning for you. With my local knowledge and anticipating what I’d like to know about a college area in a new city for my daughter, I’ve narrowed down the choices of restaurants, attractions, activities, bars, and hotels, all within walking distance or a short drive to NCSU. 

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North Carolina State University is located just minutes from downtown Raleigh , and about halfway down the East Coast of the USA. It consists of Main Campus (North & Central) which is boarded by Hillsborough Street and Western Boulevard. Main campus is where students spend the majority of their time.

Centennial Campus , is just a few minutes away on the wolfline (NC State’s bus system) and known as research campus and home to the College of Engineering and Wilson College of Textiles. And, Centennial Biomedical Campus is home of the College of Veterinary Medicine.

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While Raleigh might be the state capital, this is far from a sleepy city and all about government – it’s one of the fastest-growing cities in America!

The Raleigh area is a thriving hub for tech and culture, a bustling arts and culinary scene, top-class museums, endless greenway trails, and several top colleges. Duke University is 30-minutes away, and the University of North Carolina-UNC at Chapel Hill is 40 minutes. 

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Raleigh is nationally recognized as a top destination for both students and young professionals, with Research Triangle Park (RTP) , a renowned destination for high-technology enterprise. just minutes away. 

Top companies in the region include SAS Institute, IBM, Cisco Systems, Biogen and GlaxoSmithKline, and they lead the way in hiring new NC State graduates. And 70+ major companies, agencies and nonprofits are located on Centennial Campus, offering internships and on-the-job experiences!

Things To Do Near NC State University

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You might be thinking, what is there to do in Raleigh near NC State University for students and what is the city like? 

If you’re in town for a couple of days to check out the university and don’t have a lot of time to explore the city, then below are the most unmissable and popular attractions near NC State in Raleigh that you should visit after your campus tour. 

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Main campus is centered around Hillsborough Street , one of the main corridors of Raleigh and a diverse collection of people and places. Home to restaurants, coffee shops and tea houses, as well as theatres, museums and more, you’ll find your favorite places to live life just off campus.

Catch a Game at NC State

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Raleigh has a huge college sports scene, and if you’re thinking of visiting NC State University for college football or basketball or athletics, then you’re picking a great university.

While you’re in town for an NC State campus tour, why not take time to catch a game? During Spring you can cheer on the Wolfpack in a few sports. The NC State men’s baseball team plays at Doak Field, and the women’s softball teams play at Dail Softball Stadium.

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If tennis is more your thing, catch the NC State Women’s tennis at the J.W. Isenhour Tennis Center, or cheer on the distance runners and sprinters of the NC State Track & Field team , who have home events throughout the year. The men’s and women’s golf tournaments are also in action throughout Spring, too!

Raleigh is also home to the men’s United Soccer League team, North Carolina FC , and the women’s soccer team, NC Courage , who both play through the Spring! And the Durham Bulls baseball are 30-minutes away!

Walk the 3 Mile Loop of Lake Johnson 

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Raleigh is known as the City of Oaks, which gives you a hint as to how green it is. You will find an abundance of places where you can get out in nature and find peace and solitude, which will come in handy during stressful exam periods.

One of our favorite nature spots in Raleigh is Lake Johnson , which is just 2-miles from NC State University’s Centennial Campus, meaning a short 5-minute drive after your NC Campus tour.

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Because it’s only a 3-mile, easy loop trail that’s entirely paved, it makes for the perfect walk to do near the campus when you need a bit of headspace. 

Lake Johnson itself is beautiful and is one of the few lakes in Raleigh where you can rent canoes, kayaks, and paddle boats. It’s one of our favorite spots to go stand-up paddle boarding in Raleigh.

Get Cultured at NC Museum of Art  

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Raleigh has a huge art scene, which is evident in its art murals, art galleries, and art museums located throughout the city.

You can get a good feel for Raleigh’s artistic culture at the North Carolina Museum of Art , which is definitely one of the most popular museums in Raleigh . It’s a short 6-minute drive from main campus, free to visit, and is full of amazing pieces of art from around the world. 

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We love the outdoor 164-acre Museum Sculpture Park, which is free for the public to visit from dawn to dusk and is also the start of the below mentioned Art to Heart Trail.

Bike the Art to Heart Trail  

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Another great thing to do in Raleigh on a short visit is this 6-mile biking trail which starts at the NC Museum of Art and ends outside the Performing Arts Center in downtown Raleigh.

Make a pit-stop at Lucky Tree Cafe or Raleigh Brewing , then bike through the main campus of NC State University. It also passes by Pullen Park , another stunning park in Raleigh, and continues past Meredith College. If you’re a keen cyclist, then you might want to read our full guide to biking the Art to Heart Trail .

Pullen Park

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Pullen Park dates back to 1887 and happens to be the first public park in North Carolina and is the fifth oldest operating amusement park in the US. Located on  66-acres of land  near NC State University.

It’s a lovely spot to have a picnic or grill out in one of the picnic areas, see a play, or use the sports fields or tennis courts to play your favorite sport.

Lake Raleigh  

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Located right on NC State Centennial Campus and somewhat of a hidden gem for Raleighites is Lake Raleigh, another lake we love to visit, especially in the summer .

This is a popular lake to take your stand-up paddleboards or kayaks and enjoy some time on the water.

Dorothea Dix Park  

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Raleigh’s green landscape never gets tiresome, and one of the best places to see it is Dorothea Dix Park , which is the largest of the parks in Raleigh. It’s located just 1.5 miles from main campus on Hillsborough St, and 2.2 miles from Centennial campus.

It’s a huge, 300+ acre park with downtown skyline views looming over the oak trees in the distance.

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It’s the perfect place to unpack a picnic, throw a football around with some friends, or simply relax on the open meadows with a good book. There’s even a free walking tour on select Saturdays.

Raleigh Municipal Rose Garden 

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Just 0.5 miles from main campus on Hillsborough St is the Raleigh Municipal Rose Garden , which is the perfect place to visit on a sunny Spring day when the roses are in bloom.

This is just one of 3 accredited rose gardens in the state and is home to 1,200 roses in 60 different kinds. The best time to see them bloom is late Spring from May until the early days of Fall.

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If you’re visiting in the summer, be sure to check out the events calendar for the Raleigh Little Theater , located behind the garden, as there are regular festivities happening, from outdoor movie screenings to performing arts performances. It also hosts an annual arts festival, Art in the Garden.

NC Museum of Natural Sciences

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Located in the heart of downtown Raleigh which is only1.7 miles from the University, or about a 40-minute walk, is the Museum of Natural Sciences , the most visited museum in North Carolina. 

It has 4 floors of exhibits dedicated to the natural world, from fossils and dinosaur bones to whale skeletons and taxidermy animals.

The museum is very well curated with walk-through dioramas interactive exhibits and 3D movies. If you’re into natural history and museums, this is one to check out.

Umstead State Park 

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Umstead State Park is a bit further away from the college campus, but not too far. If you have a car only a 15-minute drive (11.2 miles) from the campus and well worth the effort.

The park is a great place for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and even camping. There are also several man-made lakes where you can go kayaking or bring your stand-up paddleboard.

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The park has 5,000 acres of forest to explore, and you’ll be amazed by how quiet and serene it is, yet within a short distance of the University. Some of our favorite trails in the park are:

  • Sal’s Branch Trail
  • Loblolly Trail
  • Company Mill Trail

Explore Glenwood South District

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Glenwood South is ever evolving but is traditionally a college student area that’s filled with entertainment offerings for young people. It’s where you’ll find the liveliest bars, music venues, restaurants, pubs, and boutique stores.

If you’re wondering where all the college kids are hanging out, it’s most likely in this area, especially at night on the weekends.

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Go for a stroll along Glenwood Sth and see where the energy is pumping from. Keep in mind, it’s a vastly different energy and atmosphere from daytime to nighttime – with daytime being way more chilled!

You can find some of our favorite bars, restaurants, and cafes in this district in our complete guide to visiting Glenwood South District !

More Things To Do As A Student in Raleigh

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You might be wondering whether Raleigh has enough entertainment for students to make it somewhere you’d like to live? After all, you’re going to be spending four years of your life here, and you don’t want to be bored, right?

Fortunately, there is always something going on in Raleigh, especially for students and young adults. 

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If you have a little more time to explore Raleigh’s top attractions after your NC Campus Tour, then perhaps you’d prefer to check out some of the most popular things to do in Raleigh for students: 

  • Tour the  James B. Hunt J. Library – one of the most advanced libraries in the world on NC State’s Centennial Campus and built to reflect the University’s status as a preeminent technological research university.
  • Drink craft beers at Raleigh Beer Garden (350+ on tap)
  • Test your golf swing at Drive Shack
  • Watch an NHL professional hockey game at PNC Arena .
  • Play games at Boxcar Bar + Arcade
  • Explore the Warehouse District
  • Walk or bike one of the top 25 trails in Raleigh

Most colleges want you to have your submissions in by the Fall, but if you do happen to be looking at colleges in the Spring then check to see what Raleigh festivals are happening during your visit. 

Coffee Shops near NC State University

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Ok, students, you’re going to need to get a pen and paper for this one, as every college kid knows that a good cup of coffee is what you need to start a day fresh and ready to learn.

These are some of our favorite coffee shops and cafes near NC State University for a decent cup of Joe first thing in the morning, or any time of day! 

Jubala Coffee

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Jubala Coffee is a great all-around coffee shop on Hillsborough Street, right across the road from NC State University (2100 Hillsborough St). You’ll find a cool vibe, and it’s always full of students working online or meeting up with their peers, which creates this overall productive and pulsing environment.

They have a full coffee bar menu, and small bites menu, such as waffles, toasted sandwiches, baked goods and biscuits – I’m a big fan of their bacon + egg + cheese biscuit, and my kids their love the Nutella waffles!

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There’s outside seating on Hillsborough St where you can work under the views of the iconic NC State Belltower . In the fall, their pumpkin spice latte is one of our go-to drinks!

Global Village Organic Coffee

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If Jubala is full, then don’t stress, a short walk away on Hillsborough is Global Village Organic Coffee (2428 Hillsborough St), another popular spot for NC State students to enjoy coffee off-campus!

As the name suggests, it serves organic coffee and tea and has a really cozy feel to it. They even have wellness teas and super tea lattes for the health-conscious folk.

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They have a small, light menu with baked goods and sandwiches, and have some great breakfast options like a breakfast burrito or avocado toast. Plus seasonal drinks such as peppermint mocha and Christmas cookie latte during Christmas time.

Lucky Tree Cafe

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Lucky Tree is also on Hillsborough Street, but a bit further away from the university, about a 5-minute drive (3801 Hillsborough St). It’s a cozy coffee shop with a warming vibe. I love the vintage decor furnishings and artwork on display.

They have a wide range of organic coffee and tea options, as well as vegan and gluten-free baked goods. They also source their produce locally – their coffee is roasted in Durham and the milk they use is by NC State’s Howling Cow .

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It also doubles up as an art and gift shop and sells goods that were handmade by more than 50 local artists. Need some decorative items to make your dorm room feel homey? This could be the spot to find it!

In the evenings, they host live music nights and have a “Free the Mic” event every 2nd and 4th Monday from 7.00pm – 10.00pm. 

Cup of Joe 

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Cup of Joe is a popular coffee shop amongst the State students in Raleigh and is also on Hillsborough St (3100) and is a place where you always see people on laptops or meet with their classmates and friends.

They’re a small establishment, but they roast their own beans in-house, so you know they are fresh and aromatic. It’s all about good coffee and interesting vibes! 

Places To Eat Near NC State University

NCSU is surrounded by numerous food options along Hillsborough Street and nearby. If you’re feeling hungry after your NC State tour, I’ve narrowed down the list to the best and most popular restaurants near NC State.

From classic Southern cuisine to some international favorites, Raleigh has many fantastic restaurants and places to eat for all budgets and style.

The Player’s Retreat

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A true Raleigh landmark, especially for NC State students and alumni, the Player’s Retreat or PR to the locals (105 Oberlin Rd), has been operating since 1951 and is the oldest continuously running tavern between Atlanta and Washington D.C.

A short walk from campus (105 Oberlin Rd), choose from intimate booths, tables on the sidewalk, or a bar stool. With a focus on hamburgers and sandwiches, they serve up some of the  best burgers in Raleigh including local favorites, Wolfpack Burger and the Bill Walton Burger.

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For starters I love Mimi’s Sausage Dip & Chips, but great range of bar food including entrees from the grill and salads. Kids eat FREE here on Sundays!

Gonza Tacos Y Tequila

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Gonza Tacos Y Tequila is one of our favorite places to get our Mexican food fix in Raleigh ! Located next door to Jubala Coffee and across the road from the NC State campus, this is the best place to find Colombian-Mexican cuisine and hand-crafted Latin cocktails.

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The vibe of this restaurant is fun and upbeat, and it has a cool lantern decor of lanterns. When the weather is nice, they open their huge windows to create an indoor/outdoor seating area. We like to dine here before going to an NC State women’s basketball game at nearby Reynolds Coliseum.

Irregardless Cafe

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For great Vegetarian, Irregardless Cafe (901 W Morgan St) is a 3-minute drive away from main campus and one of the top vegetarian restaurants in Raleigh (meat options, too). They have a true farm-to-table ethos and were a winner of Open Table’s top vegetarian restaurant in the USA!

They have a seasonal menu based on what’s growing that time of year and also have vegan options. The atmosphere is cozy, and the decor is clad with artwork from local artists. You can also watch live music here on select nights of the week.

David’s Dumplings & Noodle Bar

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For Asian cuisine, check out David’s Dumplings and Noodle Bar , also located on Hillsborough Street close to campus.

They have been serving up excellent dumplings and Pan-Asian dishes since 2010 and is a popular meeting spot for NC State University students and Raleigh locals. Consider one of their unique Sake cocktails!

Amedeo’s Italian Restaurant

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No trip to NC State University would be complete without stopping by Amedeo’s Italian Restaurant (3905 Western Blvd) which has the largest display of NC State Sports memorabilia anywhere in Raleigh!

The restaurant is a casual, pizzeria style with the typical sports bar feels with games on the TV and NC State Wolfpack fans sharing beers and conversation. It’s a great restaurant to visit to get a feel for student life in Raleigh.

Char-Grill Burgers

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Char-Grill is a local fast-food chain that serves up some of the best burgers in Raleigh . They have been serving burgers in this spot since 1959 and have an old-fashioned feel for the place.

Even placing your order is a trip down memory lane, as you fill out a paper order sheet with a pencil and then wait for your food to be fried up. If you need something quick to eat, this is the best place. Simple, honest food.

Sammy’s Tap & Grill

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Sammy’s (2235 Avent Ferry Rd) is another classic sports bar with booths and TV screens lining the entire bar area. Located just a short 0.5 mile walk from Centennial Campus or a 5-minute drive from main campus, Sammy’s has been a popular watering hole for students for more than 20 years.

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For college sports, this is one of my favorite sports bars and NC State hangouts. You may even spot some Carolina Hurricanes fans here!  The burgers and wings are good, plus there’s plenty of other typical bar food including tacos, pizza, sandwiches, and wraps. NOTE: on NFL Sunday’s, this is the HQ of the Pittsburgh Steelers supporter’s club !

Groucho’s Deli

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If you’re looking for a quick sandwich, you can find a classic deli style bite to eat at Groucho’s Deli (10 Horne St) just off Hillsborough Street, which has been serving up subs and sandwiches near campus since the early 2000s.

They have a huge salad menu, and I like the casual, old-school vibe here Another great option for something super casual and affordable.

Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar

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For quality Indian cuisine, Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar (105 Friendly Dr #101) is a local favorite with over one thousand 4.8-star reviews. It has an intimate dining decor and flavorful dishes. 

The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and they have won several awards for their meals – including Best of the Triangle in 2021 and 2022.

Mitch’s Tavern

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Mitch’s Tavern is located right in the heart of Hillsborough Street (above Global Village Coffee) and across from NC State Uni and has an old-time feel, almost like a UK pub feel as you walk up the stairs to the second story bar area.

It’s one of the most historic bars in the city, dating back to 1974, and is well-known as the tavern in the 1988 Kevin Costner and Susan Sarandon movie  “Bull Durham.”  

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Kitted out with wood-accent furnishings and quirky NC State memorabilia hanging on the walls. And they have balcony windows overlooking campus so you can sit and imagine what student life would be like here.

Popular for great sandwiches (I enjoyed Mitch’s Reuben), hearty soups, chili, and of course washed down with beers, all at reasonable prices.

Playa Bowls 

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If you love smoothie bowls and acai bowls, then Playa Bowls (2526 Hillsborough St) is the place to go for freshness and taste! They have an environmentally friendly ethos and value nutrition and healthy food. And I love their colorful and bright interior space and college like atmosphere!

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For those who enjoy sushi, consider putting Sushi Nine on your itinerary. Located on Western Boulevard (3812 Western Blvd) which runs parallel to Hillsborough on the other side of campus, they have over two-thousand 4.3-star reviews.

They serve beautifully created sushi rolls and tantalizing gyozas. Large menu also offering a range of Thai and Vietnamese dishes for the non-sushi eaters!

Brickhouse Sports Pub

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Yet another sports bar for food and drink on Hillsborough Street is Brickhouse Sports Bar & Grille (3801 Hillsborough St) which is where the Wolfpack Weekly radio show with Head Football coach Dave Doeren is held on Wednesday nights during football season.

Yes, it’s an NC State and Carolina Hurricanes bar, but on Saturdays in the Fall during college football season, it’s the HQ of the Ohio State Buckeyes alumni club, and on Sunday’s New England Patriots fan club .

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Decent variety of above-average bar food (wings, chips, and sausage dip are popular), great friendly service, and over 40 beers on tap and daily drink specials.

Tazza Kitchen

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Tazza Kitchen is a popular kitchen and bar in the heart of the Village District which is just behind Hillsborough Street and walking distance to main campus.

It’s a bit fancier than the other restaurants on this list and makes for a perfect dinner experience, and if you end up attending State and meeting someone, quality date night option!

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They have a great cocktail bar with lots of options, including excellent craft cocktails, regional wines, local brews, and more. The menu is seasonal with freshly sourced ingredients from nearby farmers. Reservations recommended.

Trophy Brewing & Pizza

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Beer + pizza, what’s not to love? This combination makes  Trophy Brewing & Pizza  (827 W Morgan St) is less than a mile from main campus and one of the popular  breweries in Raleigh .

This true neighborhood brewery features a wide selection of house made beers plus creative pizzas made by hand every day.

Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing

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If you’re looking for the best patio view of downtown Raleigh, Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing (201 S Boylan Ave) can’t be beat. This is a small craft brewery that brews not only refreshing beers and signature cocktails, but their elevated food menu is next level.

Great option for brunch on weekends, or lunch and dinner. Or simply come for the brews and stay for the views!

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All college students need to brush up on where the best bars and places to drink are, so if you’re ready to sample the nightlife, don’t miss these top bars and breweries in Raleigh !

The Player’s Retreat

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Yes, the Player’s Retreat is getting a second mention. Even if you don’t eat here, pop in for a drink, or two. Throughout the year, if Wolfpack fans can’t make it to an actual NC State game, this is the place to watch it, and maybe play a game of pool.

There’s a local tradition here in Raleigh, after a game day, NC State students head to The Player’s Retreat! This has been going on for over 70 years. And the PR is home to the largest collection of single malt whiskeys in the state.

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This is the kind of local neighborhood bar I like to experience when we travel, and besides NC State fans you’ll also find an eclectic mix of people.

Red Line Beer & Wine

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Red Line Beer & Wine (10 Horne St) is a bottle shop in Raleigh that serves a selection of 24 rotating craft beers on tap and has fine wines by the glass. 

It’s more sophisticated than your regualr bottle shop and a real neighborhood bar feel with a nice and welcoming ambiance. They even have board games and instruments you can play if you fancy it.

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It’s a popular haunt for students, especially on weekend evenings for letting off steam after a day of studying.

Raleigh Brewing

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Raleigh Brewing (3709 Neil St) is located in the same area as Lucky Tree Cafe and is a brewery that celebrates everything in Raleigh. It has murals of the city on the walls and has named their beers after places in Raleigh. 

They have more than 20 beers on tap, including the famous Hell Yes Ma’am (warning: 9.2% ABV), and have a spacious outdoor beer garden.

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Looking for more drink option? Of course, you can just go for a drink at several of the aforementioned places to eat such as Wye Hill, Mitch’s Tavern, Sammy’s, Brickhouse, Tazza, Trophy Brewing and Gonzas.

Itinerary For After Your NC Campus Tour

If you’re planning on visiting Raleigh more in-depth during your NC State campus tour, then you may want to check out our complete, step-by-step itineraries which cover things to do and places to eat in detail. 

We have a 24-hour itinerary for Raleigh and a 48-hour itinerary for Raleigh which takes you to explore the city on a grander scale beyond the University area.

Where To Stay Near NC State University

If you’re still looking for a place to stay before your campus tour, below are some great hotels near NC State University we recommend.

StateView Hotel

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The StateView is a 4* hotel located directly on Centennial Campus by Lake Raleigh and is the best place to stay if you want somewhere a bit more luxurious.

They have free parking on site, an outdoor swimming pool and gym, and a restaurant and bar. Each room is spacious and homey. For a place to stay on-site, you really can’t go wrong.

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Located right on Hillsborough St and directly above Jubala Coffee overlooking the Belltower, Aloft Hotel is a 3* mid-range accommodation option with simple and comfortable rooms with all the amenities you need for an enjoyable stay.

Besides the ability to walk to the main campus of NC State, they offer free use of bicycles, which is another great way to get around and explore the campus.

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The Casso is a boutique hotel and if it’s your first time in Raleigh with your family, why not treat yourself? This hotel is ideally located just 1.2 miles from the main campus and walking distance to Glenwood Sth and the Warehouse District.

It offers free bikes for guests, private parking, and a well-equipped gym. All rooms are spacious and inviting and come with a desk and a flat-screen TV.

Residence Inn Downtown Raleigh

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For those with a modest budget and who want to experience downtown Raleigh, the Residence Inn is a top choice and only a 6-minute drive away. It’s operated by the Marriott, so you know it has high standards, but at a reasonable cost.

Each room is a suite and comes with a kitchen, a work desk and coffee making facilities, which is perfect for those looking to be more self-sufficient and get some work done – maybe getting those applications in!

AC Hotel by Marriott

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Another practical place to stay near the university is the AC Hotel By Marriott , located right on Glenwood Ave. It has simple rooms with modern furniture and huge windows filling the space with natural light.

It’s only a 25-minute walk from the NC State University campus or a 3-minute drive, and a highlight is the Willard rooftop lounge with uninterrupted views of downtown Raleigh!

Getting To NC State University, Raleigh

If you’re planning to visit North Carolina State University by flying into Raleigh/Durham Airport (RDU) , note that RDU Airport and NC State University are 12 miles apart, approximately a 15–20-minute drive.

I recommend you rent a car from RDU and drive yourself as a way of getting around Raleigh , as this way you can drive to many of the top attractions in Raleigh easily, and you can also cover more of the city in a shorter time frame. For parking at NC State, click here .

Alternatively, you can travel from RDU to NC State University by taking the GoTriangle bus Route 100, which costs just $2.25. And if you’re driving to Raleigh, here is a complete guide on getting to Raleigh to help you out.

Final Thoughts

Since you’ve cast your eyes on NC State University as a candidate for college and wondering what it might be like to live in Raleigh ? Well, now you know!

It’s no secret that Raleigh offers many benefits to students. It has a high quality of life, a living, and an abundance of internship and work opportunities post-college. 

However, if you’re worried your college days will be boring and spent crammed in dorm rooms studying, we hope this guide puts your mind at ease because as you can see, there are lots of things to do near NC State University in Raleigh for students.

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The madness often synonymous with the month of March was nowhere to be found on Saturday as we tipped off the second round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament. Only one team with a worse seed defeated a better-seeded team (No. 5 Gonzaga over No. 4 Kansas), and every betting favorite projected to win its game won its game and moved into the Sweet 16.

That doesn't mean there wasn't entertainment aplenty, though. No. 14 seed Oakland played No. 11 seed NC State to the wire in an overtime thriller. No. 1 seed UNC got all it could handle from Tom Izzy's Spartans. And Tennessee coach Rick Barnes got the better of his former employer to make the Sweet 16 for a second consecutive season.

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Top teams trudge forward

In the West Region, No. 1 seed North Carolina and No. 2 seed Arizona won big over No. 9 seed Michigan State and No. 7 seed Dayton. And in the East Region, No. 2 seed Iowa State and No. 3 seed Illinois won big over No. 7 seed Washington State and No. 11 seed Duquesne. That was the theme of the day Saturday as all but one   better-seeded teams forged ahead into the next portion of the bracket. After several chaotic years in which No. 1 seeds and No. 2 seeds have failed to make it to the second weekend, we're on track for something of a chalky bracket with one day of second-round action still left to play.

Barnes bests his old team 

Tennessee coach Rick Barnes helped lead the Vols to back-to-back Sweet 16 appearances for the first time in school history and to within two wins of their first-ever Final Four appearance after a 62-58 victory over Texas — his former employer — on Saturday. Tennessee won it in vintage Barnes fashion with a stingy defensive performance, limiting the Longhorns to their second-lowest scoring total of the season.

NC State keeps double-digit trend alive

No. 11 seed NC State outlasted No. 14 seed Oakland 79-73 in overtime to become the first, and so far only, double-digit seed to make it to the second weekend of this year's tournament. The win for the Wolfpack means the streak of double-digit seeds advancing into the Sweet 16 will extend to 16 straight tournaments — the last one without one coming all the way back in 2007.

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  • (2) Arizona 78, (7) Dayton 68 -- Recap  
  • (5) Gonzaga 89, (4) Kansas 68 -- Recap  
  • (1) North Carolina 85, (9) Michigan State 69 --  Recap  
  • (2) Iowa State 67, (7) Washington State 56 -- Recap
  • (11) NC State 79, (14) Oakland 73 --  Recap  
  • (2) Tennessee 62, (7) Texas 58 -- Recap  
  • (3) Illinois 89, (11) Duquesne 63 -- Recap  
  • (3) Creighton 86, (11) Oregon 73 2OT-- Recap

CBS Sports will be with you the entire way updating this story with the latest from every second-round game on Saturday. Keep it locked here for scores, analysis and highlights throughout the evening.

Creighton wins thriller

End 2ot: (3) creighton 86, (11) oregon 73.

The final game of Day 1 of the second round of the NCAA Tournament provided a remarkable finish. Creighton delivered a 86-73 double overtime win over Oregon behind big performances from Steven Ashworth, Baylor Scheierman, and Ryan Kalkbrenner to advance to the Sweet 16.

Ashworth scored a team-high 21 points, and Alexander added 20 in the win. The Bluejays will face (2) Tennessee next week.

After (11) NC State eliminated (14) Oakland with a 79-73 overtime win at the same site in Pittsburgh hours earlier, Creighton's dramatic finish with Oregon provided more fireworks. This is the first time two games at the same site have gone to overtime at the same site in the NCAA Tournament since 1997. 

Oregon star N'Faly Dante had a monster performance in the loss — finishing with 28 points and 20 rebounds. Dante's co-star Jermaine Couisnard scored a game-high 32 points and hit a 3-pointer in the final moments to force a second overtime. The Ducks had to run the table at the Pac-12 Tournament to get a bid to the Big Dance, and they ended their season with a 24-12 record.

End OT: (3) Creighton 71, (11) Oregon 71

We are heading to double OT after Oregon star Jermaine Couisnard hit a game-tying 3-pointer. On the ensuing end, Creighton star Trey Alexander missed a floater at the buzzer to add an extra five minutes. This is the first time two games at the same site have gone to overtime at the same site since 1997. 

End 2H: (3) Creighton 62, (11) Oregon 62

We are heading to overtime after Creighton star Baylor Scheierman tied the game at 62 with a jumper, and Oregon star Jermaine Couisnard missed a floater on the other end that would've sent his team to the Sweet 16. 

Illinois wins big in Round 2

Final: (3) illinois 89, (11) duquesne 63.

Thanks to a stunning first-round upset that saw Duquesne down BYU, Illinois gets a police escort to the second weekend with two easy wins over double-digit seeds in the first and second rounds. The Illini dominated the Dukes from start to finish after winning 85-69 over Morehead State on Thursday with the same recipe: A heavy dosage of Terrence Shannon Jr. and Marcus Domask. Shannon had 30 points and Domask finished with 22.

Illinois moves to the Sweet 16 to face No. 2 seed Iowa State next.

Tennessee wins a clunker

Final: (2) tennessee 62, (7) texas 58.

Tennessee made 3 of 25 attempts from 3-point range but somehow managed to escape with a win over Texas in a battle between Vols coach Rick Barnes and his former school. Dalton Knecht hit four free throws in the final 10 seconds. He led all scorers with 18 points, though it took him 18 shots to reach that mark. It was just that kind of game. A 15-5 edge in points off turnovers was critical for the Vols.

The Volunteers will play either Creighton or Oregon next Friday in Detroit as they make their second consecutive Sweet 16 appearance. 

Oakland's Cinderella run ends

Final: (11) nc state 79, (14) oakland 73.

It took overtime, but NC State eliminated Oakland, 79-73. No. 11 seeds improve to 7-0 all-time against No. 14 seeds in NCAA Tournament play. NC State will face the winner of (2) Marquette and (10) Colorado next week in the Sweet 16. NC State star D.J. Burns scored a team-high 24 points, and Michael O'Connell added 12 points and eight assists.

Oakland forward Trey Townsend scored a game-high 30 points, and Jack Gohlke added 22 with six 3-pointers. Gohlke drilled 10 3-pointers in a win over Kentucky. Oakland ends its magical season with a 24-12 record.

End 2H: (14) Oakland 66, (11) NC State 66

We are heading to overtime after NC State's halfcourt heave at the horn hit the front of the rim. Oakland forward Trey Townsend has a game-high 27 points, and Jack Gohlke has 22 with six 3-pointers. NC State big man D.J. Burns has a team-high 18 points. The winner of this game faces either (2) Marquette or (10) Colorado next week in the Sweet 16.

Iowa State advances

Final: (2) iowa state 67, (7) washington state 56.

Iowa State is moving on to the Sweet 16 after overcoming a slow start against Washington State. The Cyclones trailed by eight midway through the opening period before settling in during the second half for a 67-56 win. The victory came behind strong play from Tamin Lipsey, Curtis Jones, Milan Momcilovic, and Keshon Gilbert. Iowa State will face the winner of (3) Illinois vs. (11) Duquesne next week.

Washington State's magical season comes to a close with a 25-10 record. The Cougars made their first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2008 and defeated (10) Drake in the first round. WSU coach Kyle Smith will be one of the top candidates for several high-major positions in the coaching vacancy carousel this offseason. 

North Carolina marches on

Final: (1) north carolina 85, (9) michigan state 69.

This one was closer than the final score indicated. Michigan State led 28-17 early, and it was a close game for much of the second half. Ultimately, UNC's veteran duo of RJ Davis and Armando Bacot overpowered the Spartans with 20 and 18 points, respectively. Harrison Ingram contributed 17 on 5 of 7 shooting from 3-point range. The Stanford transfer is shooting like Oklahoma transfer Brady Manek did in 2022 when the Tar Heels reached the national title game. Tyson Walker led Michigan State with 24 in his final game as a Spartan.

UNC will play either Alabama or Grand Canyon in Los Angeles next week for the Sweet 16. 

Upset alert in Omaha?

Half: (7) washington state 27, (2) iowa state 27.

Washington State guard Jaylen Wells is carrying his team as the Cougars attempt to pull off an upset Omaha. The former Division ll star has 16 of Washington State's 27 points in the first 20 minutes of action, and no one else on his team has more than four. The winner of this game faces either (11) Duquesne or (3) Illinois next week in the Sweet 16. 

UNC back on top heading to half

Half: (1) north carolina 40, (9) michigan state 33.

It's been a game of momentum swings early with UNC back on top after trailing big to start this game. Michigan State jumped out to a 12-point lead in the opening minutes but it was all Tar Heels late as they roared back with a 23-3 run to close the half. Michigan State finished the half with seven misses on its last eight shot attempts.

Armando Bacot and RJ Davis have 11 and 10 points, respectively, after starting slow and UNC has done a good job taking care of the ball. Tyson Walker put up to 12 points for Sparty but he's the only player in double figures leading into the break.

Michigan State ahead early

No. 8 seed Michigan State is giving No. 1 seed North Carolina all it can handle and more early. The Spartans lead 28-20 with 7:20 remaining in the first half. They have done a great job keeping UNC on its heels and out of sync on offense. UNC is struggling to adapt to Michigan State's pressure and playing a little tight. It feels like the Tar Heels are forcing the action and feeling the nerves a bit. Michigan State's been hot shooting it early, too, with three makes on its five 3-point attempts and an 11-18 line from the field. 

Gonzaga blows Kansas out in Round 2

Final: (5) gonzaga 89, (4) kansas 68.

No. 4 seed Kansas' season came to an end at the hands of No. 5 seed Gonzaga as the Bulldogs blasted the Jayhawks to the tune of 89-68. Without star Kevin McCullar Jr., KU had no answers on offense and could not keep pace with the red-hot Bulldogs. The Jayhawks made 2 of 23 field goal attempts in a stretch that freed Gonzaga to go on a 32-4 run. 

Gonzaga went more than 26 consecutive minutes without missing consecutive field goals.. Anton Watson had 21 points and Nolan Hickman added 17 in the demolition. Ben Gregg and Graham Ike combined for 30 points and 18 boards.

With the win, Gonzaga punches a ticket to the Sweet 16 for the ninth consecutive tournament under Mark Few. It will face No. 1 seed Purdue or No. 8 seed Utah State in the next round.

Kansas and Gonzaga battling

Half: (4) kansas 44, (5) gonzaga 43.

Second-round action in the Midwest Region is off to an entertaining start after Kansas and Gonzaga played a tightly contested first half. Both teams led by six at one point, and there were five lead changes. Hunter Dickinson leads all scorers with 13 points for Kansas while Braden Huff has 11 for Gonzaga. Neither team has much depth, so the second half will be a test of endurance in the altitude of Salt Lake City, Utah. If it was anything like the first, a great finish is ahead.

Arizona holds off frisky Flyers

Final: (2) arizona 78, (7) dayton 68.

Days after storming back from a double-digit deficit to down Nevada in the first round, No. 7 seed Dayton tries -- but this time fails -- to do the same vs. No. 2 seed Arizona. The Wildcats led by as many as 17 points before allowing Dayton to get within a few possessions on several occasions, but they led throughout and were able to fend off every furious Flyers run late.

Jaden Bradley was big off the bench with 12 points, four rebounds and three blocks, adding immediate energy to supplement the starting five. UNC transfer Caleb Love led the way with 19 points and sunk clutch free throws down the stretch to keep Arizona's cushion comfy.

Arizona is the first team to punch its ticket to the Sweet 16 in this year's NCAA Tournament, and it will face the winner of Baylor vs. Clemson in the next round. 

Arizona in control

Halftime: (2) arizona 40, (7) dayton 33.

Arizona led by as many as 17 points during the first 20 minutes of action before Dayton closed the half on a 10-0 run. Arizona star Caleb Love scored 13 points in the opening frame and Oumar Ballo added eight to pace the Wildcats. Dayton All-American big man DaRon Holmes ll leads all scorers with 14 points.

The winner of this game faces the winner of (6) Clemson vs. (3) Baylor next week in the Sweet 16.

Storylines to watch on Saturday

From unpredictable upsets to high-scoring track meets and plenty of thrills along the way, the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament had about everything that we want out of  March Madness . But now the stakes have been raised as the goal of the weekend is not just to celebrate making it to the Big Dance, but punching a ticket to the Sweet 16. 

Eight games on Saturday's second-round schedule will give us half of the picture for the second weekend, and the slate includes several top teams putting their expectations of playing through the weekend on the line. No. 1 seed  North Carolina , No. 2 seed  Iowa State  and No. 2 seed  Tennessee  have been considered among the top teams in the country for much of the season, and given that status it would be a disappointment for their season to end before at least reaching the regional semifinal. 

Read more below for storylines to watch during Saturday's Round 2 action. 

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Expert picks for Saturday's second-round games

The 2024 NCAA Tournament has officially started its second round which means there will be plenty non-stop  March Madness  action entering the weekend. Games continue Saturday at 12:45 p.m. ET, as the field will shrink from 32 to 24 teams ahead of contests being played Sunday to wrap up the second round.

The sun-up to sun-down schedule continues through the weekend, though there will be fewer games played head-to-head, which allows for a more complete viewing experience. While we know you no longer have a perfect bracket (don't lie), hopefully you are still in competition to win your bracket pool. Either way, it never hurts to ensure you have a reason to be tuned into each game other than the friendly competition.

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How to watch all the Round 2 action this weekend 

The 2024 NCAA Tournament is through its first round, and what was once a 68-team field has been whittled down to 32 with 16 more teams set to be eliminated over the weekend. With multiple upsets already in the books, there are a variety of wonderful matchups on tap beginning Saturday.

Read more below to learn how you can watch every second-round matchup this weekend: 

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The 2024 NCAA Division II men's basketball championship begins on Saturday, March 16 and continues through the national championship on March 30 in Evansville, Indiana at the Ford Center. The championship field was revealed on the evening of Sunday, March 10:  See the 2024 DII men's basketball selections release here. 

Nova Southeastern made program history winning the 2023 national championship for the first time — defeating West Liberty, 111-101, in the title game.

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The DII men's basketball tournament continues through the championship game on Saturday, March 30:

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*All times in Eastern

Semifinals: Thursday, March 28

  • (2) Nova Southeastern vs. (6) CSUSB, 2 p.m. | CBSSports
  • (1) Minnesota St. vs. (4) West Tex. A&M, 4:30 p.m. | CBSSports

National Championship: Saturday, March 30

March 15 | Regional quarterfinals

  • (1) Gannon 97, (8) Lincoln (PA) 63  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (2) California (PA) 96, (7) West Virginia State 80  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (4) West Liberty 100, (5) Millersville 78  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (3) Charleston (WV) 93,  vs. (6) Concord 55  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • ( 6) Chico State 78, (3) Mont. St. Billings 64  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (2) CSUSB 52,  (7) Alaska Anchorage 49  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (8) Azusa Pacific 60, (1) Cal State LA 59  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (5) Central Washington 110, (4) Cal St. Dom. Hills 90  | WATCH FULL REPLAY

March 16 | Regional semifinals

  • (1) Gannon 103,  (4) West Liberty 88  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (3) Charleston (WV) 68, (2) California (PA) 67  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (2) CSUSB 75,  (6) Chico State 73  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (8) Azusa Pacific 82, (5) Central Washington 74  | WATCH FULL REPLAY

March 16 | Regional quarterfinals

  • (3) Minnesota Duluth 59,  (6) Fort Hays State 58  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (2) Northwest Missouri State 73, (7) Southwest Minn. State 43  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (1) Minnesota State 75,  (8) Arkansas Tech 68  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • ( 4) MSU Moorhead 73 , (5) Pittsburgh State 55  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (3) Southern New Hampshire 75 , (6) Bloomfield 70  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (7) Post 80, (2) St. Thomas Aquinas 72  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (1) Saint Michael's 68,  (8) Southern Connecticut State 62  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (4) Daemen 74,  (5) Jefferson 66  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (6) Lake Superior State 74,   (3) Walsh 72  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (7) Upper Iowa 82, (2) Kentucky Wesleyan 72  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (1) Uindy 71,  (8) William Jewell 65  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (5) Ferris State 81,  (4) Northern Michigan 65  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (3) Florida Southern 80,  (6) Clark Atlanta 72  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (2) West Georgia 75,  (7) Lee 61  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (1) Nova Southeastern 115,  (8) Benedict 95  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (5) Embry-Riddle (FL) 104,  (4) Alabama Huntsville 78   | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (6) Lander 85 , (3) Lincoln Memorial 76  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (7) Emmanuel (GA) 70 , (2) USC Aiken 69   | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (1) North Georgia 89,  (8) Wingate 80  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (5) UNC Pembroke 98, (4) Catawba 94  OT  | WATCH FULL REPLAY

South Central

  • (3) Colorado Mesa 95,   (6) Eastern New Mexico 77  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (2) Fort Lewis 86,  (7) Lubbock Christian. 72  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (1) West Texas A&M 81,  (8) Angelo State 66  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (4) DBU 86, (5) Colorado School of Mines 73  | WATCH FULL REPLAY

March 17 | Regional semifinals

  • (3) Northwest Missouri State 71,  (2) Minnesota Duluth 62  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (1) Minnesota State 78,  (4) MSU Morehead 55  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (3) Southern New Hampshire 69,  (7) Post 64  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (1) St. Michael's 86,  (4) Daemen 62  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (6) Lake Superior State 88,  (7) Upper Iowa 80  | WATCH FULL REPLAY  
  • (5) Ferris State 94,  (1) UIndy 87 OT  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (3) Florida Southern 93,  (2) West Georgia 87 OT  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (1) Nova Southeastern 81, (5) Embry-Riddle 73  | WATCH FULL REPLAY  
  • (6) Lander 86,  (7) Emmanuel (GA) 78 OT  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (1) UNG 86,  (4) Catawba 70  | WATCH FULL REPLAY  
  • (3) Colorado Mesa 85, (2) Fort Lewis 80  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (1) West Texas A&M 60,  (4) DBU 54  | WATCH FULL REPLAY  

March 18 | Regional finals

  • (2) CSUSB 74, (8) Azusa Pacific 67   | WATCH FULL REPLAY

March 19 | Regional finals

  • (3) Southern N. H. 73,   (1) Saint Michael's 61
  • (1) Nova Southeastern 98,  (3) Florida Southern 66  
  • (1) North Georgia 70,   Lander 67
  • (5) Ferris St. 86, (6) Lake Superior 81
  • (1) Minnesota St. 43, Northwest Missouri St. 42
  • (1) Gannon 67,  (3) Charleston (WV) 65
  • (1) West Texas A&M 88, (3) Colorado. Mesa 76

March 26 | Quarterfinals 

  • (6) CSUSB 99, (3) Gannon 65 | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (2) Nova Southeastern 68, (7) Southern N.H. 60 | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (1) Minnesota St. 98, (8) Ferris St 70  | WATCH FULL REPLAY
  • (4) West Tex. A&M 90 ,  (5) North Georgia 76  | WATCH FULL REPLAY

How to watch

NCAA Championships Pass will stream 120 DII men’s and women’s basketball tournament games (all games from first round through quarterfinals) live on NCAA.com. Games will be available on NCAA.com , school sites that stream through Hudl and opt to co-distribute the live streams, and the NCAA Championships Pass app available for Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Google TV.

Prices for viewing (first round through quarterfinals)

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  • $29.95 per championship
  • $49.95 for all games

Semifinals and finals viewing

  • Semifinals: Thursday, March 28 on CBS Sports Network (2p ET, 4:30p)
  • Championship: Saturday, March 30 on CBS (3p ET)

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DII NCAA men's basketball championship history

The Division II men's basketball championship consists of a 64-team field with eight qualifiers from each region competing at a single regional site. Twenty-three teams earn automatic qualifications and the remaining 41 receive at-large bids to the tournament. Once the eight regionals conclude, respective teams will advance to the Men's Elite Eight at the Ford Center in Evansville, Indiana.

The DII men's basketball national championship dates back to 1957, skipping 2020 due to COVID-19, with the first-ever championship trophy going to Wheaton (Ill.). Kentucky Wesleyan is the winningest team, with eight national championships. Evansville follows with five titles.

Below is a list of all DII men's basketball champs since 1957:

**Student-athletes declared ineligible

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Women's NCAA Tournament 2024: Scores, schedule, times, how to watch March Madness games

Editor's note: Follow all the women's March Madness scores, updates, highlights and upsets with USA TODAY Sports' live coverage .

March Madness shines its spotlight on women's basketball as the NCAA Division I Tournament gets set to tip off .

Sixty-eight teams have been selected and placed in the brackets , the pools are up and running and now it's time to go dancing. The action kicks off Wednesday with a pair of First Four games , with two more to follow Thursday.

From NFL plays to college sports scores, all the top sports news you need to know every day.

The 2023-24 season has sparked unprecedented interest in women's basketball, and now the stakes will be even higher as teams battle to reach the Final Four in Cleveland. Will Caitlin Clark lead Iowa back to the national championship game? Will undefeated South Carolina win it all for the third time in seven tournaments? Will LSU become the first repeat champion since UConn won four in a row between 2013-16?

Grab your TV remotes, settle in for the madness and immerse yourself in the 2024 NCAA women's basketball tournament schedule, from the First Four to the national championship game:

Women's March Madness schedule 2024

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Wednesday, March 20 — First Four

  • (16) Presbyterian 49 (16) Sacred Heart 42
  • (12) Vanderbilt 72, (12) Columbia 68

Thursday, March 21 — First Four

  • (11) Arizona 69, (11) Auburn 59
  • (16) Holy Cross 72, (16) UT Martin 45

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Friday, March 22 — First round

  • (8) North Carolina 59, (9) Michigan State 56
  • (2) Ohio State 80, (15) Maine 57
  • (11) Middle Tennessee 71, (6) Louisville 69
  • (1) South Carolina 91, Presbyterian 39
  • (7) Duke 72, (10) Richmond 61
  • (1) Texas 82, (16) Drexel 42
  • (4) Virginia Tech 92, Marshall 49
  • (3) LSU 70, (14) Rice 60
  • (4) Kansas State 78, (13) Portland 65
  • (8) Alabama 82, (9) Florida State 74
  • (5) Baylor 80, (12) Vanderbilt 63
  • (5) Colorado 86, (12) Drake 72
  • (7) Iowa State 93, (10) Maryland 86
  • (3) Oregon State 73, (14) Eastern Washington 51
  • (2) Stanford 79, (15) Norfolk State 50
  • ( 6) Nebraska 61, (11) Texas A&M 59

Saturday, March 23 — First round

  • (6) Tennessee 92, (11) Green Bay 63
  • (3) UConn 86, (14) Jackson State 64
  • (4) Indiana 89, (13) Fairfield 56
  • (8) Kansas 81, (9) Michigan 72 (OT)
  • (2) Notre Dame 81, (15) Kent State 67
  • (3) NC State 64, (14) Chattanooga 45
  • (1) Iowa 91, (16) Holy Cross 65
  • (6) Syracuse 74, (11) Arizona 69
  • (5) Oklahoma 73, (12) FGCU 70
  • (1) Southern California 87, (16) A&M-Corpus Christi 55
  • (7) Ole Miss 67, (10) Marquette 55
  • (8) West Virginia 63, (9) Princeton 53
  • (7) Creighton 87, (10) UNLV 73
  • (4) Gonzaga 75, (13) UC Irvine 56
  • (2) UCLA 84, (15) California Baptist 55
  • (5) Utah 68, (12) South D a kota State 54

Sunday, March 24 — Second round

  • (7) Duke 75, (2) Ohio State 63
  • (1) South Carolina 88, (8) North Carolina 41
  • (5) Colorado 63, (4) Kansas State 50
  • (3) LSU 83, (11) Middle Tennessee 56
  • (3) Oregon State 61, (6) Nebraska 51
  • (1) Texas 65, (8) Alabama 54
  • (5) Baylor 75, (4) Virginia Tech 72
  • (2) Stanford 87, (7) Iowa State 81 (OT)

Monday, March 25 — Second round

Second-round games will air from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. across ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPNU.

  • (2) Notre Dame 71, (7) Ole Miss 56 
  • ( 3) NC State 79, (6) Tennessee 72
  • (3) UConn 72, (6) Syracuse 64
  • (4) Indiana 75, (5) Oklahoma 68
  • (1) Iowa 64, (8) West Virginia 54
  • (2) UCLA 67, (7) Creighton 63
  • (1) USC 73, (8) Kansas 55  
  • (4) Gonzaga 77, (5) Utah 66

Friday, March 29 — Sweet 16 

  • Albany 1 Regional: (2) Notre Dame vs. (3) Oregon State | 2:30 p.m. | ESPN
  • Albany 1 Regional: (1) South Carolina vs. (4) Indiana | 5 p.m. | ESPN
  • Portland 4 Regional: (2) Stanford vs. (3) N.C. State | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN
  • Portland 4 Regional: (1) Texas vs. (4) Gonzaga | 10 p.m. | ESPN

Saturday, March 30 — Sweet 16 

  • Albany 2 Regional: (2) UCLA vs. (3) LSU | 1 p.m. | ABC
  • Albany 2 Regional: (1) Iowa vs. (5) Colorado | 3:30 p.m. | ABC
  • Portland 3 Regional: (3) Connecticut vs. (7) Duke | 5:30 p.m. | ESPN
  • Portland 3 Regional: (1) USC vs. (5) Baylor | 8 p.m. | ESPN

Sunday, March 31 — Elite Eight

  • Albany 1 Regional: TBD vs. TBD | 1 p.m. | ABC
  • Portland 4 Regional: TBD vs. TBD | 3 p.m. | ABC

Monday, April 1 — Elite Eight

  • Albany 2 Regional: TBD vs. TBD | 7 p.m. | ESPN
  • Portland 3 Regional: TBD vs. TBD | 9 p.m. | ESPN

Friday, April 5 — Final Four

  • Semifinal 1: TBD vs. TBD | 7 p.m. | ESPN
  • Semifinal 2: TBD vs. TBD | 9:30 p.m. | ESPN

Sunday, April 7 — National championship

  • TBD vs. TBD | 3 p.m. | ABC

When is the first Women's March Madness game?

  • Date:  Wednesday, March 20
  • Start time:  7 p.m. ET
  • Matchup:  (16) Presbyterian vs. (16) Sacred Heart

The NCAA Division I women's basketball tournament gets underway Wednesday with a pair of 16 seeds looking to punch their tickets to the Round of 64. The Presbyterian Blue Hose take on the Sacred Heart Pioneers  at 7 p.m. ET. The matchup will be broadcast on ESPNU.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Women's NCAA Tournament 2024: Scores, schedule, times, how to watch March Madness games

General view of March Madness and an NCAA basketball ahead of the 2024 tournament.

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