Checklist for incoming first-year students interested in Program Communities (PCs):
- Investigate your options on the College House websites by reviewing our list of program communities and course communities
- Note any application or essay requirements by reviewing our application tips
- Apply by submitting your preferences online via the Admissions applicant portal
- Check Campus Express for assignment decisions
- Visit the Residential Services website for general application instructions and timeline
Important items to note when applying to a PC:
- Incoming first-years may list one PC preference.
- Most of the PCs require an essay at the time of application; review essay requirements here. These essays are reviewed by the House Director for acceptance into the PC and room assignment. The types of rooms available to first-years are limited. While your preference will be considered, if accepted into a PC, you will be assigned to any available space.
Information for incoming first-year students enrolled in the Huntsman Program:
First-year students enrolled in the Huntsman Program for International Studies and Business are required to select the Huntsman Program as their first housing preference in the Program Community list. As residency is required for this program in Kings Court English College House, no PC essay is needed. For more information on the Huntsman Program, click here.
Information for incoming first-year Benjamin Franklin Scholars:
Benjamin Franklin Scholars (BFS) must fill out the regular housing preference form and indicate the BFS Residential Community in the Program Community list. These students will automatically be assigned to Hill College House. Roommate requests will only be honored if the requested roommate is also BFS.
For more information on BFS in The College of Arts & Sciences, click here.
For more information on BFS in The Wharton School, click here.
For more information on BFS in Nursing, click here.
For more information on BFS in Engineering, click here.
Information for incoming first-year M&T (Management & Technology) Students:
Management & Technology (M&T students) who wish to live in the M&T Community in Ware must fill out the regular housing preference form and indicate the M&T Residential Community in the Program Community list. Roommate requests will only be honored if the requested roommate is also M&T.
***Information updated annually