You'll find a whole world of intellectual opportunities, exciting adventures, and lasting friendships at Cornell. And where you choose to live is an integral part of that experience! One of the university's primary missions is to provide a positive and inclusive residential experience that supports students’ academic and personal growth.
Use the links to your right to read about the diverse housing options available to you at Cornell.
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
Housing assignment notifications - All students will receive written confirmation of their housing assignments by mail by the end of July. New students also receive a "Your Housing Assignment" packet containing additional information about moving into their residence hall.
Opening Day - First-year and transfer students should plan to move into their residence hall on Friday, August 22. New students moving into North Campus and West Campus residences that day have been assigned the following move-in times based on their last names:
A-G 11:00am-2:00pm
H-O 2:00pm-5:00pm
P-Z 8:00am-11:00am
Questions? - Visit "Your Housing Assignment FAQ" for more details about where you'll be living, when to arrive, and what you need to know before coming to Cornell.
GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS
Applying for on-campus housing - To apply for on-campus graduate housing, click on "Apply for Housing" in the menu bar to your left.
For more information about graduate housing options and rates for single students and students with partners or families, click on "Graduate and Professional Student Housing" in the menu bar to your right.
Questions about graduate housing? Contact Missy Riker, Graduate Housing Coordinator, at (607) 255-9764 or mar13@cornell.edu.