Most exchange students choose to live on-campus.
There are many advantages to living on campus, most obvious, being convenience, proximity to campus and the close contact with other students. You will be living in one of the many residence halls interspersed throughout the campus. During the various breaks and vacations, the Housing Department designates certain sections of particular residence halls to remain open for students who choose to stay in Chapel Hill during these times. All other residence halls close during the break periods. This interim housing is available for a nightly fee.