Residence Life is an agency of the University that provides residential housing for approximately 4,000 students in nine Residence Halls. The nine halls comprise of female, male, and coeducation living arrangements.
The Central Office Staff, located in the Office of Residence Life, provides assistance to the Residence Hall Manager in all administrative capacities pertaining to student housing.
If you have questions concerning official housing matters, after consulting the Residence Hall Manager you may feel free to seek further assistance from central housing staff.
The Office of Residence Life’s address is 2205 4th Street NW lower level, Washington, DC 20059.
Or you may call (202) 806-6131, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Room Resources
What is the cost of each room type in the residence halls?
How big are the rooms in my residence hall?
Are cooking facilities available in the residence halls?
How big are the beds in the rooms?
What size are the windows?
Can I bring a microwave?
Can I bring a refrigerator for my room?
You can rent fridge or MicroFridge appliances from our approved vendor by visiting MyFridgeRental.com and selecting Howard University from their list of schools.
How do I get specific information about my residence hall?
Where can I do my laundry?
Do the residence halls have internet connection?
Should I bring a personal computer?
What is the room selection and verification plan RSVP?
All undergraduate students seeking accommodation for the upcoming academic year must participate in RSVP and follow all of the procedures as outlined in the RSVP package, which can be found online at the Office of Residence Life website during the fall semester. A $200 non-refundable housing deposit is required to be eligible to participate. (The housing deposit fee is subject to change).
What other options do students have if they are unsuccessful in obtaining housing assignments through the RSVP procedure?
An off-campus housing fair is held during the spring semester for students who were unsuccessful in obtaining housing assignments through the RSVP procedure. You may also contact the Office Of Off-Campus Housing.
What amenities are available in my residence halls?
Move In
When can I officially move into my residence hall?
What type of identification do I need during the check in process?
Will my parents be able to spend the night on the day of check in?
What do I need to bring, what am I not allowed to bring?
Residence Hall Policies
How are freshman placed in a housing assignment?
Students cannot be placed in university housing until the enrollment fee and housing application fee are paid in full.
As a freshman will I reside on the main campus?
What are the visitation policies/procedures/guidelines?
Visitation hours for the Residence Halls are established by the Office of Residence Life and are intended for academic and healthy socializing. Visitation is not designed for overnight co-habitation.
During certain times visitation is suspended, (i.e. Thanksgiving, final examinations, and Spring Break). For further details refer to the Residence Life Handbook.
Can I pick which hall I want to live in?
Can I bring my car as a freshman?
If I wanted to room with my friend, what process applies?
Please note, final decisions for roommate placements is determined by your Residence Hall Manager of based on space availability.
Is it possible to speak with your roommate before arriving freshman year?
Who is in charge of residence halls?
What is the chain of command in Residence Life?
Can I pay my first months rent and security deposit with scholarship or financial aid via my student account?
What safety precautions are taken in the halls?
The Campus Police hold seminars and advises the student body on various travel precautions to take while on campus and in the city. Statements regarding security are not intended to cause undue alarm. It is known that criminal activity in our society is prevalent. Large cities are especially vulnerable. The suggestions made are only those for which the student would need to exercise as a member of any community.
Residence Halls are equipped with the necessary safety and security hardware, all front doors are kept locked and each student is issued a Howard University Capstone Card which activates the front door in their respective halls. Room door keys are issued to each resident. All residents must present a valid Howard University Capstone Card upon entry to the hall at all times or when asked by a University official.
Are academic support groups available in the Residence Halls?
In addition Professional academic advisors, campus resources and campus resource professionals who are invited in the Residence Halls to assist students with their academic interest. Students are encouraged to visit their Division, and Academic Advisors for more information.