Residence Life

Get a $250 discount on your housing costs! 

All first-time residence hall students who complete their housing contract with a $250 deposit by July 1, 2024 will qualify.
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Welcome Home!

We’ve had housing longer, and we do it better. With seven residence halls and all the amenities of a fully functional residential campus, you’ll find a home in our fun, vibrant, supportive program. At Tompkins Cortland you’ll experience college dorms life as it is meant to be and build friendships that last a lifetime.

Our Safe Community

  • A three-minute walk to class
  • Single bedrooms for each student; kitchen, bathroom and common room are shared with suitemates
  • Experienced Resident Directors and student Resident Assistants are a part of the community, even on nights and weekends
  • 24/7 emergency response
  • Campus Police Officers who understand college students and our campus community

Our Vibrant Campus

  • Engaging events for students happening every week
  • Regular van trips to the local grocery store
  • WiFi and laundry are all included in your housing costs
  • Every apartment in each dorm has a full kitchen, including a full-sized refrigerator, stove, and oven
  • Various housing options are available, including Quiet Living and Gender-Inclusive apartments
  • You'll find a welcoming, diverse, and vibrant home here