Living in Grand Forks
Your guide to resources and information about living in Grand Forks.
Shopping
Find stores for groceries, clothing, furniture, household items, and other everyday essentials.
Whether you're furnishing an apartment or looking for affordable clothing, these stores offer new and gently used items.
For UND Students
- 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.
Gently Used Items
- Salvation Army (gently used clothing, household items, etc)
- Goodwill (gently used clothing, household items, etc)
- Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch Thrift Store (gently used clothing, household items, etc)
- Plato's Closet (gently used clothing only)
- Once Upon a Child (gently used children's items only)
New & Discount Retailers
- Dollar Tree (new discounted household items, food, and more)
- Walmart (new household items, food, clothing, and more)
Find familiar foods, international ingredients, and everyday groceries.
International Markets
- Toucan International Market - Facebook Page
- Safari Market
- FM International Market
- Al Amiin Grocery & Halal Meats
- La Ranchita Mexican Market
Grocery Stores
Transportation
Getting around Grand Forks is easy with several transportation options.
Things to do
Explore campus and the Grand Forks community.
At UND
Around Grand Forks
Family-Friendly Activities
Religion & Spirituality
Find places to worship and spiritual resources.
- Places to Worship in Grand Forks
- Islamic Center
- Synagogue
- UND Catholic- Saint Thomas Aquinas Newman Center
- Christian Denomination Churches
- MU Reflection Room - MU 339
Childcare
Looking for childcare services:
Taxes
All international students are required to file U.S. tax forms each year, even if they did not work or earn income.
North Dakota Driver License
Planning to drive in the U.S.? Learn how to obtain a North Dakota driver license, including eligibility requirements and required documents.