Living in Grand Forks
Your guide to resources and information about living in Grand Forks.
Shopping
Find general Grand Forks shopping information here.
UND and Grand Forks have a number of location to shop for new or gently used items.
- UNDerground: a resource for students to sell and purchase items such as new and used textbooks, furniture and clothing. It's Craigslist, but for UND students. The site was created and is run by Student Government.
- Salvation Army (gently used clothing, household items, etc)
- Goodwill (gently used clothing, household items, etc)
- Valley Thrift Shoppe (gently used clothing, household items, etc)
- Plato's Closet (gently used clothing only)
- Once Upon a Child (gently used children's items only)
- Dollar Tree (new discounted household items, food, and more)
- Walmart (new household items, food, clothing, and more)
Find information about food resources for students here.
Transportation
Things to do in Grand Forks
Learn more about local attractions here.
Indoor fun for children:
- Midtown Kidtown - Facebook Page
- First Seasons Community Center
- Northern Air
- Grand Forks Public Library
Religion and Spirituality
Learn more about the places to worship in the Grand Forks Area here.
- Islamic Center
- Synagogue
- UND Catholic- Saint Thomas Aquinas Newman Center
- Christian Denomination Churches
- MU Reflection Room - MU 339
Childcare
Taxes
All international students are required to file tax forms, even if you did not work. Find more information here.
- Tax Preparation Services - H & R Block
Drivers License
Learn how to get a North Dakota drivers license here.
You will need:
- International Passport
- I-20 (Signed copy)
- 2 Months of Bank statement
- Current Lease/ Rent agreement
- Social Security Number (SSN Card)
- I-94
- Take the knowledge test Driver License Manual
- Take the road test