Off-Campus Housing

As a residential institution, students are required to live in college housing and most live on campus. Living off campus as a student adds a new and exciting dimension to your education at Lafayette College, one that we hope will help teach you invaluable life skills. Off-campus housing is only an option during your senior year at Lafayette.

Responsiblities of Living Off Campus

Whether you live in a private or College-owned apartment, you should be aware of the responsibilities that come with the privilege of living off campus.

Responsibilities

College-owned Off-campus Housing (COOC)

Seniors and students accepted into a Living Learning Community or Arts House will enjoy some new freedoms in college-owned off-campus housing while still living in college housing.

College-owned Off-campus

Private Off-campus Housing (POC)

Private off-campus housing in the community surrounding Lafayette offers eligible and released senior students an array of apartment and home rental opportunities in a variety of price ranges.

Private off-campus

While living in an off-campus home, you will have the opportunity to

  • Build on the community living skills you learned in the residence halls.
  • Assume more responsibility for your housing needs, similar to what you will need to do after graduation.
  • Appreciate and respect your neighbors and be cognizant of the living differences between you and them.
  • Take the initiative to meet new people, including community members who live in your neighborhood.