Incoming First-Year
Incoming
First-Year
Applications Open January 2, 2025 for the 2025-2026 Academic Year!
By supporting student success, campus connections with the advancement of technology, and flexibility, RIT Housing provides the best living solutions for students who are in pursuit of a successful college experience.
First-year students are given the opportunity to self-select their housing assignment and choose their roommate(s) during the Freshmen Room Selection process. You may choose either the residence halls or the RIT Inn during the selection process. Students who do not select a room during this process will be assigned to an available space by RIT Housing. Both of these first-year residence options are embedded in a learning community of diverse interests and lifestyles. RIT living is exciting and life changing no matter which option you choose!
Explore campus living within our first-year freshman communities of diverse interests, which is designed with an emphasis on comfort, safety, and easy access to technology. Both RIT housing options have Resident Advisors who facilitate social gatherings and offer personal and developmental support to students. The RIT Shuttle provides free transportation to and from campus, both living locations, and local shopping.
Housing Options
Residence Halls
RIT Housing has thirteen Residence Halls to choose from—high rises with wonderful views and low rises with beautiful courtyards. Located on campus, Residence Halls are their own community connected by a set of underground tunnels with easy access to dining, postal services, Residence Life support staff, and some academic buildings.
RIT Inn
The RIT Inn offers students an amenity-rich living experience and is ideal for those with independent lifestyles. Premium amenities come at a great value and include air conditioning, indoor pool and sauna, on-site fitness center, bi-weekly housekeeping, and on-site dining. Learn more >
Special Interest & Floor Types
If you're passionate about a field of study or a special topic, you may want to live in one of our five special interest houses (floors in our residence halls). If you want the variety of people and experiences gained from living in a residence hall but like the idea of floors designed for a particular lifestyle, consider choosing from one of our floor types.
Special Interest Housing
Floor Types
