Housing
Experience a unique blend of historic charm and modern comfort in our residence halls. Breathtaking lake views, a vibrant community, and modern comforts await. Welcome home!
158 South Willard
158 South Willard
| Housing Type |
Contemporary (Room) Victorian-Era Mansion |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | Upper-year students |
| Number of Students | 33 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | 2 blocks |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
Description
The French Empire-style building was designed in 1877 by local architect Alfred Benjamin Fisher for Civil War hero Brevet Major General William Wells, who is commemorated with a statue in Burlington’s Battery Park. After the war, Wells expanded his father’s pharmaceutical business into a multimillion-dollar company. Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson, Wells’s son-in-law, successfully completed the first cross-country trip across the United States in an automobile in 1903. Original and distinctive features of this hall include fireplaces and ornate woodwork. Students can enjoy marble indoor and outdoor social spaces, and a gazebo for relaxing and socializing.
Location
Located just a block from Main Campus on the corner of Main Street and South Willard Street, 158 South Willard makes it easy for students to engage with our Main Campus and access the Burlington area.
Street Address: 158 S. Willard St, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common room, kitchen
Outdoor Spaces
Large back lawn
Namesake
N/A
194 St. Paul
194 St. Paul
| Housing Type | Apartment Style |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | Upper-year students |
| Number of Students | 312 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | Less than a mile |
Description
Designed and constructed as an independent student apartment building, 194 Saint Paul Street offers a modern, vibrant, safe and social living experience that is steps away from Champlain’s main campus, downtown and the Lake Champlain waterfront and bike path.
Location
Located less than a mile from campus, 194 St. Paul Street provides students easy access to both what downtown Burlington has to offer and main campus.
Street Address: 194 St. Paul St, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Community Room, Study Room, Fitness Center
Outdoor Spaces
Courtyard with fire place
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308 Maple Street
308 Maple Street
| Housing Type | Contemporary (Room) |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | Upper-year students |
| Number of Students | 13 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | 1 block |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
Location
Located on Maple Street steps away from Finney Quad
Street Address: 308 Maple St, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common spaces on every floor
Outdoor Spaces
Steps away from Finney Quad
371 Main Street
371 Main Street
| Housing Type | Victorian-Era Mansion |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | First-year students |
| Number of Students | 36 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | 3 blocks |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
| Features |
Kitchen break hall that remains open during semester breaks |
Description
The Victorian residence was originally built by Alfred B. Fisher for Charles R. and Ella Hayward. Most rooms in this Victorian mansion have large windows, bathing the building with lots of natural light. The Haywards’s elegant residence contains Italianate and Queen Anne-style design elements and still retains many of its Victorian features, including bay windows, pocket doors, a main staircase, and a cupola. The ornate carved stone fireplaces, entry flooring, and wall accents were likely sourced from the Hayward marble business, the Burlington Manufacturing Company. This hall was renovated in 2023 to provide ADA access to the ground floor, updated kitchen, laundry, and bathrooms, an updated living room, and AC/ventilation throughout. 371 Main also has a large lawn, making it an ideal spot for people looking to kick a soccer ball around or just enjoy the Vermont sunshine.
Location
Located in the heart of the college town, 371 Main Street is a quick walk up the street from campus and has many great amenities for its first-year students.
Street Address: 371 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common room, full kitchen
Outdoor Spaces
Large lawn
Namesake
N/A
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396 Main Street
396 Main Street
| Housing Type | Victorian-Era Mansion |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | Upper-year students |
| Number of Students | 36 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | 4 blocks |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
| Features |
Student lounge |
Description
Originally constructed in 1902 for Burlington banker Frederick Ward, this Tudor-style residence was first acquired by Champlain College in 1966. Champlain used it as a dormitory for a period of time and then repurchased it in 2001. The residence hall’s front lawn, common area lounge, and shaded porches encourage gathering and conversation. Students in this residence can simply walk down the hill and enjoy the activity of downtown Burlington, making the hall a great balance between campus and off-campus life.
Location
A short stroll up the street from Main Campus, 396 Main Street conveniently provides students with easy access to both campus life and the bustle of Burlington.
Street Address: 396 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common room
Outdoor Spaces
Side porch
Namesake
N/A
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Adirondack Hall
Adirondack Hall
| Housing Type | Contemporary (Room) |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | Upper-year students |
| Number of Students | 19 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | 1 block |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
| Features |
smallest upper-year hall |
Description
Adirondack Hall is a renovated carriage house known for its small, close-knit community of only 20 residents. Centrally located on Finney Quad, Adirondack has amazing outdoor spaces for lounging, studying, or kicking around a soccer ball.
Location
Located in Finney Quad
Street Address: 324 Maple St, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common room
Outdoor Spaces
On Finney Quad
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Bader Hall
Bader Hall
| Housing Type | Victorian-Era Mansion |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | First-year students |
| Number of Students | 21 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | Less Than 1 Block |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
| Features |
Proximity to campus and shuttle stop |
Description
Originally constructed in 1873, Bader Hall was home to Edward Lyman, a Burlington business owner, his wife, Minerva, and their daughter, also named Minerva (Minnie). Minnie and her husband Robert Roberts inherited the house and lived there while Roberts served as Mayor of Burlington. After Champlain College bought the property in 1960, it served as an administration building before becoming a residence hall. The hall has been fully renovated, creating an inviting student experience while carefully honoring the elegant architectural features, such as restored millwork, doorways, and lighting fixtures. The hall has been outfitted with geothermal heating and cooling to support Champlain’s commitment to sustainability. Bader neighbors the Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), the IDX Student Life Center, and is just a short walk away from other academic buildings.
Location
Conveniently located in the central campus at the corner of Maple and South Willard streets, Bader Hall boasts beautiful west-facing views of Lake Champlain for students to enjoy.
Street Address: 232 S. Willard St, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common room
Outdoor Spaces
CCM Building, Campus Shuttle Stop
Namesake
Champlain President C. Bader Brouilette chose the name Bader Hall to honor his mother, Edith Bader. The formal name of the building is Edith Bader Hall.
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Bankus Hall
Bankus Hall
| Housing Type | Victorian-Era Mansion |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | First-year students |
| Number of Students | 45 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | Less Than 1 Block |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
| Features |
Student lounge |
Description
Architect Alfred B. Fisher designed this property, which was built in 1889 for prominent Burlington lawyer Henry Ballard, who resided there until 1902. The building was home to several families before being converted to a dormitory in 1946. Champlain College purchased it in 1992. The house has undergone extensive renovation since its purchase. Complete with porches and a student lounge, this hall is a space to create community, and one can often find a hammock or two in front of Bankus on warm evenings. Another popular feature is a large front yard—perfect for meeting students from other halls and hanging outside to toss a Frisbee or watch the stars (the lack of light pollution here makes the stars incredible)! The hall is close to the Champlain Community Garden.
Location
Located across the street from the Main Campus on South Willard Street, Bankus Hall is nestled between two other first-year residence halls, Jensen and Rowell. Students can enjoy close proximity to campus resources and plenty of outdoor and community spaces.
Street Address: 285 S. Willard St, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common room
Outdoor Spaces
Side porch
Namesake
Bankus Hall was named for John Bankus, Vice President of Finance at Champlain College from 1965 to 1977.
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Boardman Hall
Boardman Hall
| Housing Type | Contemporary (Suite) |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | Upper-year students |
| Number of Students | 59 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | 4 blocks |
| Features |
Suite-style living Break hall that remains open during breaks |
Description
Boardman Hall is ideal for students looking for suite-style housing with a common room and the privacy of single bedrooms. Located on Main Street only a short walk from campus, Boardman Hall also provides easy access to the Church Street Marketplace. Boardman is the place to be for students looking for an independent residence experience while also staying close to their friends.
Common Spaces
Central living area, kitchen, and each suite has a common room.
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Butler Hall
Butler Hall
| Housing Type | Contemporary (Room) |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | Upper-year students |
| Number of Students | 89 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | 1 block |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
Description
Settled right in the heart of Finney Quad, Butler Hall has a lot to offer any student. With its contemporary style and large interior, students enjoy the perks of such a modern residence hall. Butler Hall has some spectacular views of the lake, and provides its residents with many ways to hang out with friends with a shared kitchen, large basement, and common spaces on every floor. Plus, Butler has a front row seat to all activities on the quad.
Location
Located on Finney Quad
Street Address: 316 Maple Street, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common Room, Kitchen, Study rooms
Outdoor Spaces
On Finney Quad
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Carriage House
Carriage House
| Housing Type | Contemporary (Room) |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | First-year students |
| Number of Students | 10 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | Less Than 1 Block |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
| Features |
Smallest resident hall on campus |
Description
Constructed in 1895, this structure originally housed carriages and later automobiles for Oliver and Sarah Presbry, who built 109 Summit Street. The carriage house was converted to a family home in the 1930s and acquired by Champlain College in 1994, when it served, initially, as the residence of the President of the College. Home to the smallest number of students, Carriage House fosters a tightly knit residential community.
Location
Located near the Miller Information Commons (aka the library), Carriage House is ideal for students who want to live in a central campus location and experience a small, close-knit residential community.
Street Address: 4 Cedar Ln, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common room
Outdoor Spaces
Next to Aiken Quad
Namesake
The hall is named after its original function, housing carriages!
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Cushing Hall
Cushing Hall
| Housing Type | Victorian-Era Mansion |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | Upper-year students |
| Number of Students | 27 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | Less Than 1 Block |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
Description
Cushing Hall was built in 1872 for sisters Elizabeth and Susan Bigelow. Champlain purchased the house in 1962. It contained classrooms and faculty offices until 2005, when it was converted to a residence hall. The hall has been renovated to preserve its historic charm and add modern features for student comfort. From Cushing, it is just a short walk to the IDX Student Life Center, dining hall, fitness center, and academic buildings.
Location
Located on South Willard Street, directly across from the Campus Bookstore, Cushing Hall is the perfect place for students who want to be in the center of all the action on campus.
Street Address: 246 S. Willard St, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common room
Outdoor Spaces
CCM Building, Campus Shuttle Stop
Namesake
The building was named to honor Ruth Cushing, President C. Bader Brouilette’s mother-in-law.
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Hill Hall
Hill Hall
| Housing Type | Victorian-Era Mansion |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | First-year students |
| Number of Students | 37 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | Less Than 1 Block |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
| Features |
Lyman Hall's twin |
Description
Hill Hall is a twin to Lyman Hall, both of which were built by Alfred B. Fisher in 1884 for the Dunham brothers, successful lumber barons. This renovated turn-of-the-century mansion boasts beautiful woodwork and charm on the inside and out. It’s just across the street from Finney Quad and close to neighboring halls Lyman and McDonald, making it a perfect community space. Students can enjoy gathering and relaxing in common areas and the front yard.
Location
Sitting right on the corner of South Willard Street and Maple Street, Hill Hall is located directly across from Main Campus. Students are just steps away from the center of the action, making getting to class and on-campus activities a breeze.
Street Address: 227 S. Willard St, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common room
Outdoor Spaces
Front yard, rear covered porch
Namesake
The hall was named after Ralph Nading Hill Jr., a well-known and respected Vermont author who was raised in this home and wrote the first history of Champlain College, The Invisible College.
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Jensen Hall
Jensen Hall
| Housing Type | Victorian-Era Mansion |
|---|---|
| Housing for... |
Transfer students Upper-year students |
| Number of Students | 36 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | Less Than 1 Block |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
| Features |
The famous Champlain tower room |
Description
Jensen Hall was designed and built in 1888 by father and son Alfred B. and Clellan Fisher for William Loomis. Of its several owners, Walter Gates, City Editor of The Burlington Free Press, lived there from 1904 to 1938. The hall’s two-level “tower room” is one of Champlain’s best-known architectural features. Jensen is located beside Bankus and Rowell, two other Champlain first-year residence halls, which all have front yards for outdoor activities. This trio offers the chance to build relationships with students both in and outside of the hall. In addition, students are right next to other campus resources, such as the Champlain Community Garden and Champ Support. There are many stories and legends about this house, including a claim that the house is haunted by the ghost of a sea captain who was one of the early owners and whose wife liked to climb into the tower and watch for his ship to sail into Burlington harbor. Note: There is no evidence that this story, or the resulting ghost, is true.
Location
Sitting in the Burlington Hill Section right across from the Main Campus, Jensen Hall is located beside two other Champlain first-year residence halls. This hall is a great spot for students who want to enjoy the Burlington community while still being close to campus.
Street Address: 381 S. Willart St, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common room
Outdoor Spaces
Front Lawn
Namesake
The hall was named for Albert Jensen, President C. Bader Brouilette’s partner in the purchase of Champlain College.
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Juniper Hall
Juniper Hall
| Housing Type | Contemporary (Room) |
|---|---|
| Housing for... | Upper-year students |
| Number of Students | 95 |
| Distance from the Center of Campus | 1 block |
| Types of Rooms | Standard Bedroom |
Description
Juniper Hall was built in 2012 on Finney Quad. This building—like its sister buildings, Valcour and Butler Halls—has single and double rooms, a fully equipped communal kitchen, a central fireplace, and a large first floor common room. Plus, it has bike storage open to all students on campus.
Location
Located on Finney Quad
Street Address: 197 S. Willard St, Burlington, VT 05401
Common Spaces
Common Room, Kitchen, Study rooms
Outdoor Spaces
On Finney Quad
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