Alfred University is a residential university. We believe that residence hall living is a key component of a student-centered educational experience in which academic learning is integrated with student development. Each student is personally accountable for maintaining a safe, secure and clean environment in his or her residence that promotes a healthy standard of community living.
For these reasons provisions are made to house students on campus throughout their undergraduate years. Students are required to live on campus for three years. Students may be eligible for an off-campus release if they meet one or more of the following criteria:
Married, in a legal domestic partnership, or a single parent
23 years of age or older
Commuting from their permanent home and primary residence of parent or legal guardian within 60 miles of campus
Participating in a co-op or study abroad program
Transferred to Alfred and lived on campus for three years at another institution
In need of a medical exemption
If a student meets one of the aforementioned criteria and wishes to be considered for an exemption, complete the Residency Requirement Waiver Form and submit it to the Office of Residence Life. The student will be notified in writing of the outcome.
If a student has completed the three year residency requirement at Alfred University, they are required to apply for off-campus living approval by attending one of the several off-campus housing forums hosted during the Fall semester by the Dean of Students office.
