Travel
Everything you need to book travel, land in the Triangle, and get to the Summit on time.
Getting here
Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) is the closest airport — roughly 20 minutes from NCCU by car. Uber and Lyft both operate at RDU with a dedicated rideshare pickup area.
Amtrak also runs to Durham Station downtown if you're traveling from the Northeast corridor.
Parking details for NCCU are being confirmed with campus and will be posted here before Summit. Plan to arrive 20–30 minutes before your first session to park and check in.
📬 Hotel block details will be emailed once confirmed. In the meantime, browse our recommended hotels and accommodations within 5–15 minutes of NCCU.
What to wear & bring
Business professional for the Law Expo and any panel where you'll be meeting law school representatives. Business casual is fine for workshops and evening events. Comfortable shoes — you'll be on your feet.
- 10–15 printed copies of your résumé for review
- Portfolio or padfolio + a good pen
- Business cards if you have them
- Phone charger and battery pack
- Reusable water bottle
- Layers — session rooms run cool
Day-of contacts
For questions before or during Summit, email hbcuprelawsummit@gmail.com. On-site, look for staff in Summit lanyards at the registration table.
Where to eat
Looking for great food near the Summit? Explore our curated Triangle area restaurant recommendations in Durham and Raleigh.
Travel & packing checklist
Find your way to check-in & tours
Pick a destination to see the map, step-by-step driving directions, and what to do when you arrive.
Step-by-step
- 1From RDU, take I-40 West toward Durham (about 15 miles).
- 2Take Exit 274 for NC-147 N / Durham Freeway.
- 3Follow NC-147 N to Exit 12B for Fayetteville Street.
- 4Turn left onto Fayetteville Street, then right onto Nelson Street.
- 5The Student Center (Building #6) is on your right at 500 Nelson Street.
- 6Follow parking signage and walk to the main lobby for check-in.