Request Housing

We're excited you've chosen to live on campus and are ready to create YOUR college experience, with endless opportunities to broaden horizons, expand interests, and develop new skills. Whether you're an incoming student or a current first-year or upperclass student, follow these steps to secure your space and get ready to live the Penn State tradition!

Mont Alto Hall lobby

Incoming Students

Incoming first-year and transfer students, we can't wait to welcome you to Penn State.

Student at desk in her room in Mont Alto Hall

Current Students

Current students, explore your options and sign up for space next year. 

Contract Timeline

 
Stay informed of important dates to participate in the housing process to live on campus for the next academic year.

Fall 2027 eBoard Opens

August 24, 2027 - September 30, 2027
All Day
HFS Contract Processes
Interested in changing rooms? Log on to eLiving starting Tuesday, August 24 at noon to create a post and view available rooms; the eBoard will be available until Noon on September 30. Find out more about the Room Exchange eBoard.

Fall 2027 eBoard Closes

September 30, 2027
All Day
HFS Contract Processes
The Room Exchange eBoard for fall 2027 closes on Thursday, September 30 at noon. Students interested in changing rooms after this date should contact the HFS Office. The eBoard will be available for spring 2028 assignments beginning December 1, 2027.

Spring 2028 Pre-Arrival eBoard Opens

December 1, 2027 - January 5, 2028
12:00 pm - 12:00 pm
HFS Contract Processes
The Room Exchange eBoard will open at the noon on Wednesday, December 1 and be available until Wednesday, January 5 at noon.

Spring 2028 Pre-Arrival eBoard Closes

January 5, 2028
12:00 pm - 12:00 pm
HFS Contract Processes
The Room Exchange eBoard will be available until Wednesday, January 5 at noon.