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On-Campus Housing – You won’t find that at most community colleges!

 

The Suites at Academy Square

While on-campus housing might be popular at universities, it’s actually unusual to find it at an American community college. In most cases, community college students live off campus. But Snow College is different!

Our six residence halls enable you to have a well-rounded community living experience, which enhances your college education. This unique advantage gives you the best possible way to:

  • Make new friends from all around the world.
  • Get involved on campus.
  • Save time – no commute!
  • Save money since housing is fully furnished and most expenses are included.
  • Stay safe thanks to our security measures and Resident Assistants.
Tip: Housing fills up quickly! See below for deadlines and the link to apply.

On-campus living puts you in the center of it all

When you live on campus, you can choose between three different types of living environments.

Residential Life Suites:

Known as The Suites at Academy Square, this is the best option for you if you want to meet a lot of people and enjoy an active social life.

Each suite includes three or four bedrooms, two bathrooms with showers and two sinks. You will share your bedroom with one other student. You also have a kitchenette which is handy for making your own breakfast or snacks – it has a full-sized refrigerator, microwave, sink, cupboards, table and chairs. The building also has two communal kitchens to share with others. However, most of your lunches and dinners will take place in our Dining Halls, as you are required to have one of our Meal Plans when you live in the Suites.

Cooking Apartments:

If you prefer to cook as often as possible, then this is a great option for you.

Each apartment has a kitchen/dining area, three bedrooms to house five students in total, and one bathroom. Examples of our Cooking Apartments include Castilleja Hall, Mary Nielson Hall and Snow Hall's Fine Arts Living-Learning Community.

Traditional (Sleep Study) Rooms:

Also knowns as Dorms or Non-Cooking Rooms, this is a classic American college living experience.

At Snow, you can find these types of rooms in Anderson Hall, Snow Hall and Nuttall Hall. You can have a private room or share with one other person, and each bedroom exits directly into the hallway with community bathrooms (showers, toilets, sinks) on each floor. Floors are split by gender and since there are no kitchen facilities, a Meal Plan is required when you live in these residence halls.

 

Dining on campus and meal plans

A meal plan is optional if you live in an on-campus Cooking Apartment or an off-campus apartment.

If you live on campus in a Residential Life Suite or a Traditional Sleep Study Dorm Room, then you are required to purchase a meal plan. This is a great way to save time since you won’t need to cook or clean up! You can choose from one of three options:

Option 1
7 swipes/meals per week for $799 per semester

Option 2
12 swipes/meals per week for $1,349 per semester

Option 3
17 swipes/meals per week for $1,849 per semester

Students can use their ID card to swipe to purchase a meal. Alternatively, you can pay with cash or card at the Badger Den Dining Hall or Buster's Bistro; however, the meal plans provide you with discounted daily specials.

On-Campus Dining Halls are normally open as follows:

Monday to Friday: 8:00 am – 7:30 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

 

Plan your budget

Snow College provides some of the most affordable student housing in the United States. In fact, living on campus for an entire semester is cheaper than a week's accommodation in a big city like New York or Miami! And there's a variety of on-campus options to choose from to suit your lifestyle. (Please note, all prices are subject to change without notice.)

 

Apply early

The best rooms fill up fast! To get the biggest variety of options, you should apply early. Even if you don't have your visa yet, it's best to get your housing application in ahead of time so you have the best selection of rooms. When applications are open, you can use the link below to login and apply.

  • Be sure to have your username and password ready when you login (you can find those on your official Snow College Admissions Welcome letter).
  • Please note that students do not have a guaranteed reservation until their $250 deposit fee is paid and the housing application is complete.

Make a note in your calendar and check this webpage closer to your housing deadline.

Applications for housing typically open 4-9 months beforehand. For example:

  • If you plan to start classes in the Fall for the upcoming Academic Year, housing opens in mid-January.
  • For Summer housing, applications begin in early March.
  • For Spring semester starts, housing applications open by mid-October.

 

Off-Campus Apartments

If you want a little bit more independence and a broader range of options, then you might enjoy living off campus. Affordable housing close to campus is always in high demand, so although your final deadline might be two weeks prior to the start of a new session, we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

Pricing - what to expect:

  • Off-campus housing units charge between $800 and $1,930 per semester, depending on the building.
  • You will most likely need to pay a nonrefundable placement fee of $100.
  • Your deposit will generally be about $250 and this may be partially refundable, depending on the apartment.
  • Each apartment will normally have two to three bedrooms, one bathroom, a living room and a kitchen. Private bedrooms are more expensive, so many students prefer to share their bedroom.
  • Some apartments give a discount to students who pay their rent in advance for the entire academic school year (Fall Semester and Spring Semester).
  • Some rental contracts include the cost of utilities (water, gas and electricity) in the cost for rent, while other apartments charge separately for these expenses.
  • Students are responsible for their own telephone and cable-TV charges.
  • Most apartments are fully furnished; however, you will need to provide your own pillow, blankets, sheets and towels.

Important things to consider regarding your contract:

  • Please read all contracts thoroughly. 
  • Housing contracts and agreements are between renters and landlords – Snow College is not responsible for any issues.
  • Your contract might run for the Academic year (Fall and Spring semesters) or just for the Summer session, or year round.
  • If you decide that you do not want to live in the off-campus apartment you found, you might be able to cancel your contract within a two week period of signing the paperwork. It is still possible that you may be responsible for housing costs, even if you cancel. You will need to speak directly with the apartment manager and you might need to sell your contract to clear yourself of obligations.

How to find an off-campus apartment:

  • We provide a list of off-campus apartments, but we do not approve or endorse any specific apartments.
  • You can also search Facebook Marketplace for listings of apartment rentals or rooms to share.
  • You can check KSL Homes and search for places to rent or try their Classified's Real Estate category.
  • Please remember that if you are applying for an off-campus apartment, you must apply directly with the apartment, not through Snow College.