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Office of Housing & Residential Life

Welcome to the Champlain College Office of Housing & Residential Life! Learn about our housing options for first-year and upper-year students, the housing selection process, and how we create community among students within Champlain residence halls.

Office of Housing & Residential Life

Location

Skiff Hall
163 S Willard St.
Burlington, VT 05401

Office Hours

8:00 AM–12 PM
1:00–4:30 PM

Contact Us

Building Community

In partnership with our residents and student leaders, the Office of Housing & Residential Life fosters the development of inclusive, engaged, and empowered communities. We coach, challenge, and support students as they learn and develop in a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community.

Quick Resources

Housing Options at Champlain

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    First-Year Housing

    First-year students at Champlain live in renovated Victorian-era mansions surrounding campus. It’s not your average cookie-cutter dorm: each room is uniquely different.

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    Upper-Year Housing

    Sophomores, juniors, and seniors have the choice to live in a Victorian-era mansion or contemporary-style building on main campus, or at our 194 St. Paul Street apartments down the hill.

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    194 St. Paul Street

    194 St. Paul Street is our modern apartment building located just a few blocks from campus in downtown Burlington. This suite-style living option boasts beautiful views, rooms, and amenities.

The Info You Want & Need to Know

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Housing Selection Process

Learn the ins and outs of how to apply for housing and read through a step-by-step guide for the housing selection process at Champlain, including important dates to bookmark on your calendar

Frequently Asked Questions

You have questions and we have answers. Our Housing & Residential Life team has put together lists of frequently asked questions and answered them in detail for you. Explore what to pack, building amenities, the housing selection process, and more.

Resident Advisors

Student Resident Advisors develop leadership, problem-solving, conflict management, and communication skills while helping fellow students thrive. They plan activities, build community, monitor the halls, and foster a welcoming environment.

Off-Campus Living

Are you a commuter student or are you thinking about moving off campus? Our Office of Student Support Resources is here to help you navigate this experience!

Office of Student Support Resources

Additional Resources

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Housing Accommodations 

Champlain recognizes that being able to fully participate in residential housing is a big part of the college experience. If you have needs that require special housing arrangements, we can help.
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Campus Public Safety 

The safety of our community is top priority. Campus Public Safety (CPS) is available 24/7 and can be reached at (802) 865-6465.
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Housing & Meal Plans 

The Office of Student Accounts has detailed information about housing and meal plan costs. Take a look and reach out to the office if you have questions!