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Moving to Lincoln

Exterior of the College of Dentistry in Lincoln

Nebraska’s capital city is the ultimate college town. Intimate and vivacious, it’s a great place to spend your young adulthood … but don’t be surprised if it becomes a permanent home. The Lincoln division of the UNMC College of Nursing is located on the main campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. UNMC's College of Dentistry is located on UNL's East Campus.

Learn more about Lincoln

Incoming Student Resources

Housing

UNL University Housing Sign Up and contract information
UNL Campus Housing
The university has a variety of housing options: single rooms (suite-style or traditional), suites and apartments.
Apartments
Apartments.com provides general listings for off-campus apartments. You'll have to do some searching to find a place close to the university.
Zillow
Zillow also provides general listings for off-campus apartments. You can search to find a place close to campus.

Utilities

Public Utilities (gas, water, electric)
Allo
Kinetic by Windstream
Spectrum

Get to Know Lincoln

Things to Do
Find dining, entertainment, and more in Lincoln.
Neighborhood Guide
Get to know the areas of Lincoln.
Southpointe Pavilions Mall area
The Southpointe Pavilions Mall is located at 2910 Pine Lake Rd. This area is located in south Lincoln, and you will find an array of dining, shopping, and entertainment options in this part of town.
Gateway Mall area
The Gateway Mall is located at 6100 O Street. This area is located in east Lincoln, and you will find variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options in this part of town.
The Haymarket
The Haymarket is close to the Lincoln city campus at 335 N 8th St. You will find a wide variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options.

Fitness and Outdoor Recreation

UNL Campus Recreation Facilities
UNMC students have access to the UNL campus recreation facilities. The Campus Recreation Center and Outdoor Adventures Center are location on the UNL City Campus, and the Recreation & Wellness Center is located on UNL's East Campus. You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and programs, including Nebraska's largest indoor rock wall, a full indoor turf football field, and more.
Lincoln Trail System
Lincoln offers an extensive trail system, featuring over 144 miles of hard surface and crushed rock trails, almost 27 miles of paved park trails, and Wilderness Park's unpaved 39 miles.
Holmes Lake & Park
Holmes Lake & Park is located off South 70th Streets and Pioneers Boulevard. The park features various shelters, ballfields, a playground, and nearby Holmes Golf Course and Hyde Observatory.
Pioneers Park Nature Center
The Pioneers Park Nature Center offers 668 acres of tallgrass prairie, woodlands, wetlands and a tributary stream of Salt Creek to explore.
Branched Oak Recreation Area
Branched Oak State Recreation Area features the largest lake in eastern Nebraska. It is a popular spot for fishing, boating and camping.
Sunken Gardens
This free park features thousands of annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, and art installations that can be enjoyed throughout the seasons.

City & County Services

Car Registration
Find information about licensing your car in Nebraska.
City of Lincoln
Find general information about Lincoln and city services.
Lancaster County Election Commission
Find information about voter registration and polling locations on election day.
Lincoln Public Library
Access books, activities, events, and programs.