Norfolk State University

Norfolk State University Student Activities

Interested in Greek life? Norfolk State University has not reported any data on the presence of fraternities or sororities.

Does Norfolk State University Offer Student Housing?

This table offers information on housing at Norfolk State University.

Norfolk State University offers housing for students. Students are not required to live on campus.

Most Norfolk State University students live off campus. In 2023, 38% of undergrads at Norfolk State University lived in some kind of on-campus housing and 62% of students lived off-campus or commuted to Norfolk State University.

Norfolk State University does not offer coed housing or housing for students with disabilities.

Norfolk State University Athletics

At Norfolk State University there are a variety of athletic options for students interested in joining a sports program.

Intercollegiate sports are the highest tier of college sports and can be very competitive. Intercollegiate teams are regulated by the NCAA, funded by the university, and compete against teams from other universities. The division of a sports team depends on the size of the university, funding, and competition level. An intercollegiate school team will be Division I, II or III, with Division I being the highest level.

Club sports are not regulated by the NCAA and are a great option for students not interested in trying out for an intercollegiate team. Club sports are usually student run but can also be funded by the university.

Intramural sports are the most casual and informal. Intramural sports are often free and require very little time commitment.

Let's take a look at the athletic options available at Norfolk State University:

Is Norfolk State University Safe?

College is like a home away from home. Whether you're walking to class or coming back from late-night studying (or partying!), it's important to feel safe on campus.

Norfolk State University is patroled 24 hours a day by trained security. The Norfolk State University campus has emergency telephones or alarms for students to use anytime of day or night.

Norfolk State University offers late-night transportation or safety escorts for students.

Plan a Visit to Norfolk State University

Visiting colleges is one of the best ways to get a sense of the campus and student body. If you'd like to visit Norfolk State University, take Interstate 264 to Norfolk, VA. If you need to fly, book your flight to Norfolk International airport.

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