Student Life

Whether you’re a first time student on campus or are transferring in from somewhere else, student life is an important part of your university experience. You’ll make lifelong friends, learn critical thinking and networking skills, and you’ll broaden your horizons through study abroad programs and community engagement opportunities. Take a look at these options below and we think you’ll see: You belong at the Belk College of Business.

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Women in Business

The Women in Business (WIB) Initiative promotes the role of professional women in the College and provides career-developing activities to empower undergraduate students to achieve personal and professional goals and enter confidently into the business marketplace.

Belk College of Business Commencement with two smiling young women and the words "Gold Standard" on top

GOLD STANDARD

The Gold Standard recognizes students who go above and beyond in preparing for career success. Complete at least three high-impact experiences, you’ll graduate with special distinction, a gold medallion at commencement, and a digital badge to showcase on your résumé, LinkedIn and job applications.

Group of five students wearing green Belk College polo shirts making the pickaxe hand sign near the all-in-c logo

Special Programs

Our extracurricular programs focus on academic excellence, industry-specific curriculum, residential learning communities, women in business and professional development.

Group of five students dressed in business attire with their academic advisor posing for a photo in front of the American Marketing Association (AMA) step and repeat

student organizations

We offer a variety of academic, career and networking resources. Students can learn from the best by interacting with leaders of Charlotte’s dynamic business community, or can join together in active student organizations.

Christina de Guzman '25 at her study abroad in Spain.

Study Abroad

The Belk College of Business study abroad program is a core part of the Niblock Student Center’s transformative experience. Studying abroad educates our students to become leaders who are critical thinkers, ethically informed and globally aware.