Graduate Student Housing | Ithaca College

Hello Graduate Students!

Whether you are continuing your Ithaca College (IC) journey as a graduate student or are new to the IC community, we are excited to have you here. As a graduate student living on campus, you may consider housing in a residence hall or apartment-style setting.

Circle Apartments for Graduate Students

Front view of some Circles Apartments with balconies and patios

The Circle Apartment rate per person for 2024-25 is $6,710 per semester ($13,420 for the fall and spring semesters). Meal plans are available for purchase.
Each unit has a patio or balcony
Each unit is furnished and includes a single bedroom with a full-size bed.
Full-size dishwasher, stove, and microwave
Access to the Circles Community Building, which features a fitness center, printing services, shared study space, mail lockers, laundry, and TCAT bus stop
Open during winter break
Option to request room placement with friends (when available)
Renewable for the next year
Commuter and full meal plans are available to purchase through Student Financial Services
For more information on what is available in Circle Apartments, visit the Circle Apartments page.

Benefits of Living on Campus

Regardless of whether you choose to live in the Residence Halls or in Circle Apartments, you will enjoy the following benefits:

Pay only for the academic year rather than having to make a 12-month financial commitment, provide a security deposit, or pay the first and/or last month's rent upfront
Electric, water, and high-speed internet/wi-fi included
Easy access to campus resources (classes, library, labs, athletic facilities, studios, support services)
Security provided by Ithaca College Public Safety
24-hour maintenance
Free laundry facilities
Single semester/short-term and summer options

Important Housing Information and Instructions

: Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you would like to request housing, please email housing@ithaca.edu. A member of our Residential Life staff will follow up with information and your next steps.
: Each year at the start of the housing selection process, you will be auto-prompted to sign your housing agreement.
: Submit your housing preferences on the Housing Portal by selecting the "Housing Selection" menu item. The first time you select this button, you will be auto-prompted to submit your preferences. This will include updating emergency contact information and privacy settings, answering several roommate matching questions, listed a top RLC choice (if applicable, also note that a supplemental application for each RLC is also required), and general housing preferences (such as an area of campus or room type).

You may revise your preferences on the Housing Portal as well by selecting the "Update Preferences" button.
: If you are interested in living with a person of another gender you may do so. Both single-gender and multi-gender housing options are available.
: Several housing accommodation processes exist if you have a specific need when setting up your housing. Learn more about each process and submit requests on our Special Accommodations page.