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University City has grown around the University of North Carolina at Charlotte making this the smartest part of Charlotte. Whether you are thinking about sending your little one into a classroom for the first time, you are a young adult exploring higher education, or you are soon to empty your nest and take a few classes yourself, University City offers high-quality choices to suit your needs.

Charlotte Mecklenburg K-12

When choosing a school for your children, you want them to have the best teachers possible. You want life-long, committed educators – people who entered the profession as a calling, who dedicate their lives to young people.

CMS is dedicated to educating children across Mecklenburg County. They also offer continuing education courses for adults, extracurricular activities, sporting events, academic clubs, open libraries, and they invite the community for local events, concerts, seminars, etc.

STEM, Montessori, and Private

Alternate education options are booming across America and University City is no exception. Students who graduate from these programs often find they are better prepared for the rigors of a college curriculum that will jumpstart them on a rewarding and well-paying career in a variety of _elds. Check out these options:

Corvian Community School
Governor’s Village STEM
Guidepost Montessori School at Prosperity
Mallard Creek STEM Academy
Queen City STEM

The University of
North Carolina at Charlotte

University City is home to UNC Charlotte, the second largest university in North Carolina, with more than 30,000 students. The University boasts 171 undergraduate majors leading to 79 bachelor’s degrees, and 150 programs leading to 66 master’s degrees and 24 doctoral degrees. Through dynamic programs and hands-on research, the University brings together students and faculty who want to make a meaningful difference in their life, their community and within society. Here, they can make lifelong connections, feel a true sense of belonging and find strength in the Niner Nation community.

Early Childhood Education

Research has proven that a child’s success is largely dependent upon early childhood education. You will find many full day and half day daycare options throughout University City. Learn more at:

Mecklenburg County Pre-funding Pre-K
Daycare Centers
NC Division of Child Development and Early Education

Central Piedmont Community College

Two campuses are conveniently located near University City. The CATO Campus provides college transfer, College and Career Readiness, and Corporate and Continuing Education classes. The Merancas Campus is home to public safety and transportation system technologies programs.

University City Regional Library

University City Regional Library is one of the busiest branches in our County’s nationally recognized library system. Many adults and children come for the extensive programs, including the very popular children’s programs.

News

Sneak Peek: University City Regional Library

Earlier this month, University City Partners' President and CEO Keith Stanley and Senior Manager of Economic & Land Development Drew Gaertner joined the Gensler design team and JE Dunn Construction to walk through the University City Regional Library, currently...

Enjoy Fall Colors along the Greenways

When September arrives, fall color enthusiasts start to make travel plans to see this natural phenomenon in the mountains—but good news! Residents of Mecklenburg County can enjoy the striking tree display and stay close to home with a visit to a nearby greenway. A...

Support the Jamil Niner Student Pantry

The Jamil Niner Student Pantry at UNC Charlotte provides students with regular access to food and household items and serves up to 350 shoppers a week. Most common needs, supported through partnerships like the Scouting Food Drive, which takes place on September 21...

Book Recommendations from the University City Regional Library

We tapped our local library for some recommendations for National Book Lovers Day. From children's and young adult stories to books adults will love, here's what they're reading. "Lake of Souls: The Collected Short Fiction" by Ann Leckie, recommended by John Peitzman,...

University City Events: August 2024

Upcoming Events Aug. 8: Trivia at Armored Cow Brewing Co. (weekly) Aug. 8: Genealogy 1-on-1 at University City Regional Library (weekly) Aug. 9: UCity Food Truck Friday at Armored Cow Brewing Co. (weekly) Aug. 9: Hank Williams Jr. & Old Crow Medicine Show at PNC...
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A Day Out With Mom in University City

From spa treatments and new ’dos to great food and drinks, treat Mom to a full day of pampering and relaxation this Mother’s Day in University City. 🧖Hit the Spa Treat Mom to a massage, facial or other spa treatment at one of these University City spots: Nuimage Skin...

Community Supported Agriculture boxes now available!

The Farm at Dover Vineyards is a small fruit and vegetable farm located in Concord. They planted their first crops around 15 years ago on family land and, today, strive to keep agriculture alive in Charlotte. The farm offers weekly, bi-monthly, and monthly...

Improving Walkability: Survey Results from Earth Day Festival 2024

University City Partners was excited to participate in UNC Charlotte’s Earth Day Festival 2024. Senior Development Manger Drew Gaertner and Intern Caleb Brewer spent several hours at the UCP booth answering questions about the organization, getting feedback from...

Armored Cow: Crafting Beer, Creating Community

Since National Beer Day is April 7, we decided to check in with Armored Cow Brewing Company's head brewer Andrew Kalinoski to ask him a few questions about what makes the brewery so special to the University City community.  What makes Armored Cow unique in the beer...

Spotlight On: Project LeanNation University City

Originally from Detroit, Michigan, Ted Williams, along with Domonique Williams, who's originally from Columbus, Ohio, opened Project LeanNation University City in September 2023. Though the two share a last name, there's no relation. They met through a group of...