Commuting to Carthage
Still a home away from home
About 30 percent of Carthage undergraduate students commute to campus, instead of living in the residence halls. While Carthage does have a four-year residency requirement, undergraduate students who live with their parents/legal guardians within 30 driving miles of Carthage may commute to campus. Being a commuter doesn’t mean you can’t get the full college experience.
Get Involved!
Get involved in as much as you can on campus.
- Attend Carthage Kick-Off Days at the start of every academic year.
- Join clubs and organizations.
- Attend campus events.
- Read The Bridge, keep up with the online calendar, and look for activities on The Harbor.
- Stay on campus between classes.
- Consider purchasing a Commuter Meal Plan so that you can join friends for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner.
- Get familiar with important resources and spaces on campus, such as the Semler Fitness Center in the TARC, Hedberg Library, and the Campbell Student Union.
Getting to Campus