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Housing Options at Penn State

No matter where you live, you are part of a diverse and vibrant community at Penn State. Let us help you explore the variety of on-campus housing options, find the best dining options, navigate the rental market and learn how to be a good neighbor.

Housing for your second year and beyond

I just got to penn state, do i need to think about housing for next year already.

Many off-campus rental properties start to offer leases around October. Each landlord elects when to begin offering leases for the next year, so this will vary by property. Students interested in living on campus can request housing in October but do not have to decide until November when invitations are released to select a housing option.  

Both processes continue through the semester and there are many options available on and off campus. You can be confident you’ll find a great place to live; your choice doesn't have to be rushed or uninformed.

Below you will find key information to consider when deciding which housing option is best for you as well as the timeline for the housing process. For information on specific types of housing, use the following links:

• I know I want to live on campus  
• I know I want to live off campus  
• I am thinking about joining a fraternity or sorority  

Six things to consider in making your housing choice

In making your decision, consider what you want in a living situation, from cost to flexibility to responsibility. Here are some of the different elements to consider when making your decision.

• Cost:  A variety of price ranges are available on or off campus. Don’t forget to factor in any hidden fees, utilities, and the cost of food.  
• Location:  Depending on your preferences and needs, living on campus or off campus might be more suitable for you academically and socially.
• Community and Support: You will find vibrant communities on and off campus, but they are different. Think about what type of community you would like to be a part of. In addition,  the University has many ways to support students living on and off campus.
• Amenities:  Whether you are looking for your own bedroom and bathroom, a pool, or a quiet neighborhood, on- and off-campus living offer different things. Consider what’s important to you.
• Flexibility:  Do you need housing over the summer? Are you planning a semester abroad? On-campus housing is offered for the academic year but allows for flexibility for students pursuing academic-related programs, while off-campus housing typically requires a 12-month lease.
• Responsibility:  Living off-campus comes with a host of responsibilities that are beneficial for some students and a distraction for others.

On-Campus Considerations

Penn State's on-campus housing costs are generally similar to previous years' prices, with slight rate changes that are announced every spring. Room rates are all-inclusive, covering the cost of utilities and WiFi. There are no hidden fees. The Campus Meal Plan is required for all students living on campus and optional for students living in on-campus apartments.

The least expensive on-campus living option is a supplemental room and a double-occupancy room in a traditional residence hall. In contrast, the most expensive option is a single-occupancy room in Eastview Terrace.

With proximity to classes and school-sponsored events, like concerts and athletic events, nothing beats living on campus. Living on campus is a good fit if you like to stop by your room throughout the day, sleep a few extra minutes in the morning, or have a short walk home after clubs, sports, or activities.

When asked why they live on campus, students talked about the unmatched sense of community, a feeling of Penn State pride, and meeting friends for life. With on-campus living, students can participate in regular activities, such as arts and crafts nights, end-of-year carnivals, or even floor-wide IM teams. On-campus living provides opportunities for student leadership through the various residence hall governments.

On-campus living also has a built-in support network for students. Students living in University Housing have an additional layer of support from the Residence Life, Housing, and Food Service staff.  Your Resident Assistant (RA) is a great resource and the first stop for many students when they need a little extra help.

Upper-class students have more housing options available than first-year students: double-occupancy rooms in both traditional and renovated residence halls, single-occupancy rooms in traditional residence halls, single-occupancy rooms with private bathrooms in Eastview Terrace, two-person and four-person suites, supplemental housing, and on-campus apartments in Nittany and White Course.  

You can enjoy easy access to quiet study rooms, community spaces, and dining without leaving your housing area. A short walk will get you to on-campus fitness centers, rec spaces, and additional dining options.

On-campus housing is a great option if you know that you only need to be on campus during the actual academic year. Even if you opt to stay at the University during the summer, on-campus housing offers flexibility by offering housing only when you need it, so you are not paying extra.

Break Access/Holiday Housing is available for students who cannot leave campus during fall break, winter vacation, or spring break. You’ll be assigned to a designated building that remains open during these closedown periods, so you have the convenience of staying in your room. There is an additional fee for this service, reach out to the Housing Assignment Office to discuss this option.

If you have plans to study abroad or take a semester off, on-campus housing allows flexibility for these situations, and you can cancel your Housing and Food Services Contract with no penalty.

If you want to focus on academics rather than cooking, cleaning, or taking out the trash then on-campus living may be for you. On-campus living provides students with a low-maintenance living option. You will not have to shovel snow or mow the lawn, which some off-campus housing may require. Penn State Housing staff handle the cleaning, basic maintenance, and other essential services .

Off-Campus Considerations

Off-campus living options vary widely in price depending on location, size of living space, and the number of roommates. With off-campus housing, it’s also important to include other costs, such as utilities, food, transportation, and commute when considering the price of off-campus living options.

When looking at rental leases for apartments or houses, consider that most leases are paid in 12 equal installments and may include extra expenses such as application fees, amenity fees, ‘redecorating’ fees, or the cost of carpet cleaning, if that is required upon move out.

Off-campus living offers students more flexibility in choosing what type of area they would like to live in, a quiet complex located a bus ride away, or an apartment overlooking busy College Avenue. When researching off-campus options, consider how long it takes to get to campus for class or on-campus events, and whether you would walk, ride a bike, drive, or take the bus.

The sense of community can vary greatly depending on where you live off-campus and the type of housing you select. If you want to meet new people and connect with your neighbors, consider that in your search. No matter where you live off-campus, you will be part of a vibrant State College community. You may live next door to young families, professionals, or elderly individuals. It’s important to be a good neighbor to people whose schedules and priorities may differ from yours.

The Off-Campus Student Support Office can connect off-campus students with resources and provide information to help students navigate the off-campus community. 

Off-campus living offers nearly endless options for amenities. Want to come home to a pet-friendly apartment with a balcony? Or maybe you’d like to live in a community with a pool and hot tub with all your friends. Perhaps even a high-rise with an onsite fitness center. All are available with varying prices and terms.

Off-campus housing offers options, such as private bedrooms and bathrooms or shared living arrangements. Many complexes boast fitness centers, pools, community rooms, tanning beds, and more. Decide what’s important to you and how much you are willing to pay for those add-ons.

Unlike living on-campus, off-campus apartments and houses are typically 11 1/2-month leases. The year-round availability is an excellent perk for students with local internships in the summer or students who don’t plan to travel home over breaks.

With this perk also comes the responsibility of paying for the rent when you may no longer live there. If you plan to leave over the summer or complete a semester abroad, make sure to factor this into your decision.

With the freedom of living on your own off campus comes the responsibility of maintaining a rented property and adhering to a signed lease. You will be responsible for taking out the trash and cleaning the bathrooms. Some landlords will require tenants to assist with things such as snow removal or lawn mowing.

Understanding the housing process timeline

The on-campus (LiveOn) housing process is unified and administered by the University, so you'll find it has clear deadlines and procedures. The off-campus housing market consists of hundreds of private landlords and property managers. It is driven by market factors (the reason leases get signed in October is because consumers are willing to sign leases early to secure the spaces they want to have). The timeline and process for leasing are different for each property.

• Attend a housing information webinar  in the Commons Building to learn more about how to decide which housing option may work best for you.
• Attend a Housing Information Session
• Visit the fall Housing Fair and learn about all your living options.
• October 1-31: The Request Housing process opens in eLiving for on-campus housing.
• Some off-campus apartments start offering leases.
• Students who Requested Housing will receive an invitation through eLiving to view available on-campus housing options, select a space, invite friends, and accept the Housing and Food Service (HFS) Contract.
• December 1 – mid-February: The Request Housing process reopens in eLiving for on-campus housing.
• Many off-campus housing options are still available and are offering leases.
• Visit the spring Housing Fair and check out all the great housing options still available.
• Students who Requested Housing will receive an invitation through eLiving to view available housing options, select a space, invite roommates, and accept the Housing and Food Services (HFS) Contract.
• Housing and Food Service (HFS) Contract offers are made for sorority chapter members. 
• Request Housing in Living will close. 
• Many off-campus housing options are filling up, but there is still availability. Check in with Off-Campus Student Support if you are having trouble finding housing.
• Housing and Food Services contract offers are made for on-campus housing waitlist students. 

Student Legal Services offers free lease reviews; take advantage of that service to ensure you understand the contract before signing. If you are considering moving off campus, get more information on tenants’ rights and responsibilities with an on-demand educational module .

Want to learn more? 

Check out these webinars. You'll learn about on-campus and off-campus housing, timelines, resources, and more. 

• LiveOn Housing options and process for the 2023-2024 academic year 
• Off-Campus Housing Webinar

I'm interested in living on campus

Students who want to continue living on campus in their second year will be able to participate in the LiveOn Housing Process and  Request Housing to receive an invitation to view available housing options. Every student who is interested in living on campus will be able to select a space! Take your time and review the process and options using the links below.

I am interested in living off-campus

The Office of Off-Campus Student Support offers resources and services to help support students who are living or planning to move off campus. You can even contact the office for a consultation if you are unsure if living off campus is right for you. Remember, many apartments still have openings as late as January or February, so you can take your time.

I am thinking about joining a fraternity or sorority and want to live within that community

The University provides on-campus housing in South Halls for many of the Panhellenic Association (PHC) Sorority Chapters. Many Interfraternity Council (IFC) Fraternity Chapters have off-campus housing options that are owned and operated by alumni from each organization. Students can learn more about the fraternity and sorority housing options on the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life's website .

Students considering joining a sorority or fraternity should expect to live within the chapter's community (South Halls for sororities and the chapter's off-campus facility for fraternities) for the entire academic year during their first year of membership, so it is important to think about these options as you make your housing decision.

• If you know you want to live on campus next year, regardless of the fraternity/sorority recruitment process, you should participate in the LiveOn Housing Process.
• If you only want to live on campus if you receive a bid from a sorority, you should not sign a lease or Housing and Food Service (HFS) Contract until you complete the process and accept your bid.

The LiveOn Housing Process  in eLiving for on-campus housing stays open through mid-February, so you will have time to make your decision based on receiving a bid to join one of the fraternity or sorority communities. However, if you want to live on campus, you should act quickly after bid day to make sure you Request Housing by February 15. 

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Off-Campus Student Support 222 Boucke Building State College, PA 16802 Phone: 814-865-2346 Email: [email protected]

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Penn state housing assignments set to drop july 20.

Penn State students will know their roommates, dorm assignments, and more once housing information officially drops at noon on Tuesday, July 20.

Once assignments are available, students can head over to eLiving to schedule move-in times and begin preparing for the fall semester. Just like last year, every Penn State student who’s living on campus this fall needs to schedule a move-in time.

Fall move-in will follow the week-long schedule depicted below. Monday, August 16, through Wednesday, August 18, is (ideally) reserved for incoming freshmen and those who have an academic need to move onto campus early. Official move-in for all other students will kick off on Friday, August 20.

Students living at White Course Apartments or the Nittany Lion Inn can arrive any day starting Friday, August 20.

Students moving in from August 16 to 18 will need to pay an early-bird fee. Penn State said it waived Thursday’s fee to give students and families a more convenient opportunity to move in ahead of the rush.

Before unpacking your cars, you’ll need to check in at the Bryce Jordan Center or Commons Desk to pick up your room keys and other move-in materials. Check out this online checklist to make sure you’ve got what you need before heading over.

Back in April, Penn State’s Board of Trustees unanimously voted to substantially increase room and board rates for the 2021-22 academic year. The adopted changes work out to a $203 increase per student per semester for those paying for a standard double room and mid-level meal plan — a 3.45% from 2020-21 mid-level rates.

Head over to Penn State’s Arrival page for more details on room assignments, move-in procedures, and more.

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Housing is only guaranteed for first-year students attending University Park, Behrend, and Schuylkill campuses. Housing options are available at all Penn State Campus locations. Find more information on the admissions housing page  or by contacting the campus of interest directly.

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Assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis by the date of request for occupancy, then by date of receipt. We attempt to satisfy requests for type of apartment, roommate preferences, second floor apartments, etc.

A member of the staff may mail, e-mail, or fax prospective tenants the necessary application upon request. Due to the overwhelming demand for accommodations at the University Manor Apartments, applicants are advised to submit their applications to the Housing Office as soon as they are aware of their need for housing on the Penn State College of Medicine campus. The Housing staff, without a requested date of occupancy, cannot process applications.  Do not send any money until you receive your assignment!

Note to Medical and Graduate Students: Housing assignments are made in late May and through mid-July, as apartments become available. The chances for on-campus assignment are better when an early date of occupancy is requested. Most vacating apartments are available for occupancy mid-June to early July after graduating students and residents completing their education and training have vacated.

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The Pennsylvania State Legislature passed the  College and University Student Vaccination Act  on June 26, 2002, and Governor Mark Schweiker signed the Act into law. This Act directly affects all students that will be residing in on-campus housing accommodations in Pennsylvania.

The Act has the following key elements:

• It requires institutions of higher education to provide information to students residing in on-campus housing accommodations on the risks associated with meningococcal disease (meningitis is just one form of this disease), and the availability and effectiveness of the vaccine.
• It prohibits students who have not received the immunization or submitted the exemption waiver from living in University-owned housing accommodations.
• It allows for an exception procedure. A student, or a parent or guardian of a student under the age of 18, can sign a written waiver stating that the information was received and reviewed, and that the vaccination was declined for religious or other reasons. The University may permit the student to then reside in on-campus housing accommodations once the waiver is received.

In order for Penn State University to comply with this law, all on-campus students must have a form on file. Forms must be received prior to the student moving into on-campus accommodations. Failure to return this form will result in the student not being permitted to stay in on-campus housing facilities.

Please indicate on the form one of the following options:

• Section B:  Your health care provider signs the form indicating that you have received the vaccination.
• Section C1:  You have attached documentation indicating that you have received the vaccination.
• Section C2:  You have received the vaccination at another Penn State campus, and have recorded the information on the University Health Form that is filed at that campus.
• Section D:  You are requesting an exception from the immunization requirement.

Please return the completed form to the Housing Office within 24 hours.  If you do not have a proof of vaccination form with you and/or it is not on file with Penn State University, please sign the waiver.

For further information, please contact Housing Services at (717) 531-8210. For health-related questions, please contact your health care provider or Student Health Services at (717) 531-5998. Additional information is also available at Penn State’s Student Health Services Immunization site.

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All requests to be added to or removed from the applicable waiting list must be submitted to the Housing Office in writing.

As apartments become available, Housing Office Staff will refer to the applicable waiting list and contact the first person on the list. Individuals will be allotted 24 hours to decide if they are interested in residing in the apartment that is available.

If the individual accepts the assignment, the Housing Office Staff will prepare the necessary paperwork and establish a date for the assignment. If the individual refuses the assignment, their name will remain on the waiting list.

Individuals will be contacted annually to inquire as to their current desire/wish to remain on the associated waiting list.

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South Proper, located in South Halls, is currently home to 19 of Penn State's sororities. Sophomores are encouraged to apply to join a housing assignment.

Chapter members live on campus in this sorority village, where they share a floor with their sisters and assist in fostering a strong Greek community. Each sorority has access to a sorority suite located on each floor, complete with a full kitchen, dining and living area, and individualized decor selected by each chapter. In addition to the sororities, each of these buildings is also home to one resident assistant, who is responsible for maintaining a safe and healthy environment and works to build relationships with and within chapters. The Sorority Assistant works closely with each chapter's sorority assistant, who is one member of each sorority hired by Residence Life to help build communication, community and relationships. This sister works as a resource and liaison to the resident assistant to help accomplish shared goals.

In addition to the sorority floors and units, each building features a meeting room complete with audio and video equipment. The meeting rooms hold up to 225 students. The buildings also provide several study spaces for residents and convenient access to the Fraternity and Sorority Life office located in the HUB-Robeson Center.

The South Proper Sorority Village encourages collaboration, communication, and positive interaction between all chapters and Residence Life.

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We know that there is a lot to consider when thinking about your home at Penn. Below you'll find some of the most frequently asked questions regarding assignments.

What is the Room Change Process for Spring 2024?

The spring room change period opens the afternoon of Thursday, January 18 and closes Sunday, March 31. During this period, all residents of the College Houses can submit a request for a room change via MyHomeAtPenn . Please note that single occupancy spaces are not available during the spring room change process. Additionally, vacancies on-campus are scarce and may impact the ability of staff to process many room changes. Most vacancies are in shared bedrooms.

All submissions will be randomized, and room changes will be processed during three separate “waves” in the spring term. Room change offers will be sent on or about the following dates:

• Thursday, February 15
• Thursday, March 14
• Thursday, April 4

Students will have the weekend to accept or reject the offer. If an offer is accepted, students will be expected to move the weekend after offers are made. The periods for student room changes are:

• Friday, February 23 – Monday, February 26
• Friday, March 22 – Monday, March 25
• Friday, April 12 – Monday, April 15

All room change requests will be randomized prior to review.  Students who do not receive an offer will be considered during the next wave of Spring  Room Change request reviews, there is no need to reapply.  Students who decline their offer will be moved to the bottom of the list for future waves of the Spring  Room Change process.

There are 3 different types of room change that a resident can request – a traditional room change into a vacant room, a mutual trade request where two residents swap rooms, or a request to move into an existing vacancy in a friend’s room or suite.  When you log into  MyHomeAtPenn , you will have an opportunity to select the room change type that you are interested in pursuing.  

First-Year Students (Class of 2027)

First-Year students can only request a room change into first-year rooms in first-year and four-year communities.  Available College Houses for first-year students are Du Bois; Gregory; Hill; Kings Court English; Lauder; Quad- Fisher Hassenfeld, Ware; and Stouffer-Stouffer.

Returning Undergraduate Students, Transfer Students, and Exchange Students

Second-, third-, and fourth-year students, transfer students, and exchange students can only request a room change into Upperclass rooms in Upperclass and four-year communities.  Available College Houses for this population of students are Du Bois, Gregory, Harnwell, Harrison, Lauder, Gutmann, Radian, Rodin, and Stouffer-Mayer.  Residents who switch rooms are responsible for paying the housing rate of the newly assigned room, regardless of the reason for the change.

Please be aware that room changes for all populations will be limited and based on space availability.  

If a space that meets any of your preferences is available, you will receive an offer to your Penn email with information about the new space. Please do not list preferences if you are not willing to live in those locations.

Once you are offered a space, you must accept it in writing to  [email protected]  within 48 business hours. If you decline the request or we do not hear from you within 48 business hours, the offer will be cancelled and your request will be moved to the bottom of our list.

Can I See My Room In Advance?

Due to summer conferences and maintenance work, we are unable to show undergraduate rooms in advance. Our website has lots of information about the College Houses, including room type diagrams, lists of amenities, and much more!  Diagrams may not be exact and are only meant as a general guide.

Are Rooms Co-Ed?

Unless otherwise requested, all rooms are designated as single-sex. However, students may apply for Gender Inclusive Housing. If you are under 18 years of age written parental permission must be provided in order for your request to be considered. Gender Inclusive Housing room assignments will be made without regard to sex assigned at birth or gender identity. Please refer to the  Gender Inclusive Housing policy  for details.

Are All Bathrooms Co-Ed?

No. The gender of the bathroom (male/female/co-ed) is either predesignated or designated by the students on the floor at the beginning of the fall semester.

Please note that all floors are co-ed .

Is there an exemption policy?

All University of Pennsylvania undergraduate students are required to live in on-campus housing for their first four semesters (excluding summers), regardless of the number of course credits (CU) or class standing. Sophomore transfers are required to live in on-campus for their first four semesters. Junior transfer students are required to live in on-campus housing for their first two semesters.

• Students who transfer to Penn from another institution with second year standing and who lived on campus their first year at their previous institution may count those semesters toward the Penn housing residency requirement.
• Students who transfer to Penn from another institution with junior standing are required to live in on-campus housing for their first two semesters at Penn.
• Students who study abroad during their sophomore year may include that time toward the requirement.
• A student who has taken a leave of absence during their first two years living on campus may apply for an exemption from the residency requirement.  The exemption will be approved if a student lived on campus for three complete semesters. 
• Signing an off-campus lease or entering into a housing agreement within a fraternity or sorority house does not exempt the student from this policy

An exemption is only granted to students who meet one of the following criteria:

• The student is enrolled in the College of Liberal Studies or in the Penn Nursing BSN Second Degree Program.
• The student is married or in a University-recognized domestic partnership.  Proof of marriage or domestic partnership is required.
• The student is living with their dependents. Official copy(s) of birth certificate(s) or federal/state income tax returns showing exemptions claimed for dependent(s) is required.
• The student is age 22 or older at the start of the academic year.
• Exemption  requests must be submitted by February 7, 2024 for rising second-year and transfer students, and for Fall 2024 incoming students, by June 28, 2024 for newly-admitted transfer students, and July 10, 2024 for exchange students.  Late requests will not be considered.

Students meeting one of the above criteria must submit an exemption request through MyHomeAtPenn .

2024-2025 Housing Exemption

If you feel you meet the above criteria for exemption and are interested in living off-campus for the 2024-2025 Academic Year, you will need to complete a Housing Exemption Form via MyHomeAtPenn . Once submitted, you will receive a follow-up email from the Housing Occupancy team requesting proof of residency. The proof of residency must be on official university letterhead, signed by personnel within the previous institution’s housing office. It must also include the following:

• Student’s full name
• Student’s College House/Residence Hall
• Student’s room number(s)
• Dates of occupancy

Once the proof of residency is submitted and is reviewed, you will receive a determination from the Housing Occupancy Team via email. It is highly encouraged that you do not sign any binding agreements with off-campus properties until your final decision is received.