Living Northern
Make your home and build your community at Northern with all the opportunities our campus has to offer. Find your people and build your skill set with student leadership, a diverse assortment of clubs and organizations, service learning and intramural sports. Be a part of an authentic, close-knit community and make Northern your home away from home with our safe, comfortable and fully furnished residential halls. You'll be able to live, learn and have fund on a campus where you're supported by people who want you to succeed.
Getting Involved
Build your skills and your community with NSU's on-campus organizations and leadership and learning opportunities. Explore your passions and connect with other classmates who share your interests.
Student Leadership
Foster positive change while building your community with NSU's campus leadership opportunities, including the Student Government Association (SGA), Campus Activity Board and Homecoming Committee.
Student Organizations
Connect with your wolf pack through Northern's diverse assortment of over 40 student organizations. From academics to special interest, there's something for everyone.
Service Learning
Make a positive impact in the community and build your leadership skills through Service Learning. You'll develop and manage projects that benefit local nonprofits like the YMCA and the Humane Society.
Intramural Program
Stay active and make friends with intramural programs such as basketball, volleyball, cornhole, flag football, soccer, softball and spikeball. Whatever your skill level is, we invite you to come play!
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Residence Life
Enjoy all the comforts of both home and community with Northern's clean, safe and comfortable residence halls. NSU's modern residence halls are fully furnished, have high-speed Internet and feature shared areas like laundry rooms, kitchen spaces, lounge spaces and study rooms.
Meet other members of your Wolf Pack in communal spaces to watch the big game, hold a study session or share a meal. As an NSU resident, you'll be able to live and learn with your friends and make lasting memories.
Dining Services
NSU offers a variety of healthy and delicious food options as well as different dining plans to choose from. Get a meal with friends at the Wolves Den dining hall or grab a quick bite from Einstein Bros. Bagels or the Grid convenience store.
Campus Safety
At Northern, safety is our top priority, which is why this University's campus is one of the safest in the Midwest. Surrounded by the small town of Aberdeen, Northern ensures a secure community for students with its location and through safety policies and procedures. Campus security officers are also available 24/7.
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Preview Move-In Day
See what your first day on campus will be like at Northern State University! You'll be welcomed by the NSU community, and your residential advisors will help you settle in and feel at home.
“There are lots of opportunities for personal growth and success in the NSU community, which makes Northern a great place to live and learn!"
Lily Tobin, Aberdeen
Northern State University has been building traditions since 1901
Student Support
Northern State University is committed to your academic and personal well-being. NSU offers resources and services to ensure you feel your best, including on-campus health services, counseling services, state-of-the-art recreational facilities and fitness activities.
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Additional Offices and Resources
Multicultural Student Affairs
NSU is home to a diverse community of students from different places and cultures. Multicultural Student Affairs host events and opportunities to help students learn from each other and become familiar with different cultures.
Student Accessibility Services
Northern adheres to ADA regulations to ensure an accessible experience for people of all abilities. Student Accessibility provides services like academic support and disability accommodations.
Veterans Services
Northern understands the unique needs of veterans and their dependents. Honorably discharged or retired veterans are eligible for education benefits and discounted tuition rates.
Opportunity Center
Northern State University offers a comprehensive catalog of services to help you succeed in your personal, academic, and professional endeavors. Explore resources for academics, accessibility, health, and well-being.
Parent Information
Stay connected to your student and the latest news through NSU's newsletter, social media, and on-campus events. You can also contact NSU with questions (within FERPA regulations).