Life at Guilford

Find your people.
Find your place.

A close community of students on 349 wooded acres — where you live, join, compete, and figure out who you're becoming. Housing, dozens of clubs, Quaker Athletics, and traditions that make Guilford feel like home.

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Home on 349 wooded acres
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Tour campus, sit in on a class, and meet your counselor in person or virtually. Once you visit Guilford, we know you will love it: book an on-campus tour with our Admissions Office and you will receive a $500 grant toward your first year's tuition once you are a Guilford student.

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It All Happens Here

Guilford — and the surrounding Greensboro community — is an inspiring mosaic of people, viewpoints and activities that enrich the learning experience for everyone. Make new friends in our dozens of clubs and organizations. Share your talents on stage or in the gallery. Make a difference on a service project. Have your voice heard on the radio. With so much to do, the only thing holding you back are the number of hours in the day.

Students making toys at the Stuff and Plush event for Guilford LOVE.
Clubs and Organizations

With 20-plus clubs and organizations and an active student government, you’ll find many ways to explore new ideas, work on a team, and grow as a leader at Guilford.

Students enjoy the new dining facilities.
Live Here, Eat Here

Guilford's vibrant residential campus is an essential part of life as a Guilfordian. Learn about your housing options and where you can grab a bite to eat.

Students enjoy Kona Ice at EdgeFest.
See What’s Happening

There's always so much going on at Guilford! Check out our calendar to find out what arts, cultural, and educational events are happening on campus.

1,500 Works of Art

The permanent collection in Guilford’s Art Gallery includes pieces by renowned artists like Rembrandt, Picasso, and Dalí.

52%

More than half of the incoming Class of 2026 are students of color, making Guilford a community rich in different backgrounds, interests, and perspectives.

NCAA Teams

Our men’s and women’s athletic teams have racked up five national team championships over the years. #GoQuakers

Be Heard

Spin tunes at our volunteer-run radio station, help lay out the Greenleaf Review, or get your own beat at the Guilfordian newspaper. Find your voice and earn valuable work experience in Guilford student media.

Guilfordian staff review the newspaper in the publications suite on campus.

Go, Greensboro!

Campus is only the beginning. Greensboro, a vibrant and eclectic city that's home to multiple other colleges and universities, offers an amazing wealth of cultural and entertainment opportunities. Popular downtown events include the NC Folk Festival and Fun Fourth. There are also big-time concerts and sporting events at the Greensboro Coliseum. You can also explore dozens of parks, museums, shops, and restaurants. Looking for a memorable college experience? You'll find it in Greensboro.

Photo of the exterior of the Greensboro International Civil Rights Museum