How Room Selection Works
All steps of the Room Selection process are completed online via the Housing Portal.
- Register for Room Selection as an individual or as part of a 2-10-person group.
- Get assigned a lottery number and appointment time based on class seniority.
- Select your room during online Room Selection.
Whether this is your first Room Selection or you’re a seasoned pro, we recommend you review the Room Selection webpages. The more you know about the process, the easier it will be to select the best living situation for your needs.
Tips for Rising Sophomores
We strongly encourage rising sophomores to form an even-numbered group for Room Selection. Forming even-numbered groups allows students to break into pairs to fill double rooms in the event that no singles are available, and also allows groups to stay together by selecting doubles that are located along the same corridor of a building. Learn more about the process for rising sophomores on our website.
Learn about Your Residence Hall Options
Use our Residence Hall Directory to learn more about each building, including a list of amenities, pictures of student rooms and communal spaces, and more.
Key Dates
Room Selection Info Sessions: February 3, 10 & 17
Do you have questions about the process or your selection options? Attend a virtual info session moderated by the Housing team and the Residence Hall Leadership Organization. Registration is required.
All students must register their status on the Housing Portal, whether you plan to live on or off-campus, before 4 p.m. on March 4.
- If you do not register, you will not be able to participate in Room Selection and you will lose your guaranteed housing status.
- Registration applies to specialty populations including RAs, FSL members, students registered with Disability Services, Study Abroad participants, and/or students taking leave of absence.
Lottery Numbers, Appointment Times and the Room Selection Period
Please continue to monitor the University COVID-19 website for the latest public health guidance and campus protocols.
Our team is here to help answer any questions you have. Contact us via email at [email protected], call 212-854-2946 or stop by the Housing Office at 118 Hartley.