BECOME A RESIDENT
Join us at The House—apply and secure your housing in three simple steps.
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2025-2026 HOUSING APPLICATION
Applications for the 2025-2026 Academic Year and 2025-2026 Full Year Licenses are now closed.
Interested in living on campus?
Email the Housing Office at housing@tech.cornell.edu to check availability.
2026-2027 HOUSING APPLICATION
Applications for the 2026-2027 terms are anticipated to open in Spring 2026. Updates will be posted here as they become available. We recommend checking this page beginning in early February 2026 for detailed information regarding eligibility, application requirements, and deadlines.
For Current Residents
Current residents who are eligible to renew their housing license will receive an email in January with renewal instructions and additional details regarding the renewal process.
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CHOOSE YOUR RESIDENCE OPTIONS
We have spaces suitable for students who are arriving single, partnered, or with a family. During the application process, you’ll have a chance to rank your room/apartment preferences. If you’re a single student applying for a shared apartment, be sure to complete the Lifestyle Questionnaire within the application to search for compatible roommates. Those who are already matched with roommates may apply together.
Shared unit assignments are more likely due to high demand for single units (studios and one-bedroom apartments).
We anticipate that the demand for on-campus housing will exceed availability, and housing cannot be guaranteed. Off-campus housing resources are available here.
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CONFIRM YOUR HOUSING ASSIGNMENT
Assignments are made according to your ranked preferences and space availability. Once you receive a housing assignment by email, sign your housing license online and submit a deposit by the deadline to confirm it. Complete instructions will be included in the housing assignment notification sent to your *Cornell email.
*It is important to activate your NetID and Cornell email account promptly once you receive the activation instructions from Admissions.
All official Cornell Tech Housing communications are sent to your Cornell University email address, so we strongly recommend checking your inbox regularly.
