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 students’ senior year at Lafayette (unless accepted to a Living Learning Community).

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.