Sep
8
4th Floor Baking With Julie
4th Floor residents, you're in for a treat! We'll be baking with Hill's Faculty Director Dr Julie Sochalski. It will be a great time!
Upcoming Events
Sep
8
3rd Floor Game Night!
All 3rd floor residents are invited to meet your floormates and play fun games!! We will have an assortment of games and snacks to enjoy together!
Sep
9
Link Up with Keychains!
Come to Hill Hangouts to make keychains and link up with friends :)
Sep
10
Hill International Student Dinner
Join us for an evening dedicated to Hill’s international student community! This dinner is a chance to relax, connect, and share experiences with fellow students from around the world. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, find support, or simply enjoy great food and conversation, this gathering is for you.
News & Announcements
Quad fully reopens after 3 years
After a three-year, multiphase renovation, Penn’s historic Quadrangle is fully reopening this fall for the first time since spring 2023.
College Houses celebrate year-end traditions
The communities in the College Houses celebrate the milestones of each school year every spring, marking the progress of their residents through the academy in many creative ways.
Nursing students and faculty find community in the College Houses
Penn Nursing, the School of Nursing's magazine, profiles the ways in which nurses-in-training at Penn find support and camaraderie within the College Houses.
Program Communities at Hill
Benjamin Franklin Scholars Residential Community
A vibrant community of students who share a passion for broad intellectual exploration.
Benjamin Franklin Scholars Residential Community
VIPER: Vagelos Integrated Program in Energy Research Community
Preparing the next generation of energy leaders by fostering interdisciplinary perspectives and supporting students in cutting-edge research experiences in the energy sector.
VIPER: Vagelos Integrated Program in Energy Research Community
Get to Know Us
Hill College House is one of the most iconic and vibrant residential communities for first-year students at Penn. Known as the social hub for first-years, Hill offers an incredible sense of belonging and a traditional college experience that makes the transition to college life feel seamless. The community is deeply rooted in care; everyone from the residents to the faculty & staff is committed to creating a welcoming environment. Living in Hill isn’t just about where you sleep—it’s about becoming part of a dynamic, caring, and energetic community that truly sets the tone for your time at Penn.