Announcements and Resources

New Student Housing Information

The first year at Virginia Commonwealth University marks an exciting time for academic self-discovery. On-campus living enriches these moments with academic focus, new friendships and opportunities to connect on campus.

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Sustainability Pledge: On-campus residents are encouraged to become part of the university's VCU Goes Green effort to create a more sustainable, less wasteful campus. Make a statement about your dedication to environmental stewardship by taking the Sustainability Pledge.

VCU Disability Support Services Housing Accommodations:

Disability Support Services Housing Accommodation Information

Disability Support Services Housing Accommodation Request Form

Smoking Policy: All VCU residence halls became smoke-free effective August 1, 2010. No smoking is permitted within residence hall bedrooms, common areas, hallways, stairwells, outdoor walkways, balconies, courtyards, or within 25 feet of all residence hall entrances.

Landline Phone Availability: Separate landline telephone connections are no longer provided in students' rooms within the VCU residence halls. Students therefore should not bring their own landline telephone. However, "courtesy" landline phones will be available throughout each hall. If a student wishes to use a courtesy phone for a long-distance call, he or she will need to provide their own calling card. 

The most common questions about housing assignments and more.

Housing Rates and Contract Information

Current Students (2012-13)

New and Returning Students (2013-14)

Fall 2012 -Spring 2013 Hall Closings

 

Brandt, Cabaniss, Johnson and Rhoads halls, Honors College housing, and the Gladding Residence Center (GRC) Phases II and III are 9-month halls and will be closed during University breaks in 2012-13. All other residence halls (including the GRC Apartments/GRC I, the MCV Low Rises and 12-month halls) remain open during University breaks. Below are residence hall closing dates for 9-month halls.

Thanksgiving Break: Halls close at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012, and re-open at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012.

Winter Holiday: Halls close at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012, and re-open for returning students at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2013. NOTE: Halls open for new incoming Spring semester students at 10 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 7, 2013.

Spring Break: Halls close at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 2, 2013, and re-open at 10 a.m. on Sunday, March 10, 2013.

May 2013 Closing: Students are required to vacate their rooms no later than 24 hours after their last final exam. All 9-month halls will officially close at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2013.

Information for May 2013 Graduates

NEW Incoming Students: Fall 2013 Housing Application Process

The electronic Fall 2013-Spring 2014 housing application process for new incoming students is now accessible online. For more information, visit the Fall Housing web page.

New! The Leadership Advancement Program

The Leadership Advancement Program is specifically for incoming first-year students for Fall 2013-Spring 2014 who are interested in and committed to developing their leadership potential. The program is an excellent way to make connections with the VCU community while living and learning with other students committed to developing their leadership skills. Click here for more information and to apply.


 

Summer 2013 Housing Application Process

Students enrolled in classes for the Summer 2013 session may reside in university housing. For complete details regarding eligibility and to access the online application process, visit the Summer 2013 Housing webpage.

 

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