Eligibility and How to Apply

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Housing Eligibility

  • Must be a full-time active and matriculated Hunter College student.
  • GPA requirements: Undergraduates: 2.0+ GPA, Graduates: 3.0+ GPA (except for new incoming students).
  • Maintain full-time registration status: Undergraduates - 12+ credits per semester, Graduates - 9+ credits per semester.
  • Have no outstanding housing balances on CUNYfirst.

Important Dates

Event/Deadline Date
Housing Application Deadline April 16, 2025
Offers Made Between April 20, 2025–June 1, 2025
(rolling offers will be made for later applications)
License Agreement Due to Secure Offer June 15, 2025
Housing Payment Due July 15, 2025
Move-Ins Begin August 15, 2025

These dates are subject to change and are dependent on location. Students should refer to emails from living@hunter.cuny.edu with most up-to-date information.

APPLY
for 2025-2026 housing

Housing Application Tips

When filling out your application please keep the following in mind:

  • Ensure all information in your housing application is correct as typos and other incorrect inputs will delay or invalidate your application
  • For confirmation for whether your application has been received, please check for an automatic confirmation email
  • You may only submit one housing application, and duplicate applications per Student ID/CUNYfirst ID will not submit
  • All inquiries regarding housing must be made to the Office of Residence Life living@hunter.cuny.edu by the student. Due to FERPA regulations any student specific information will only be shared with students.
  • If you do not receive a confirmation email, that means we have not received this application on your behalf and you will not be processed for housing. It is the student's responsibility to ensure their email and information is entered properly.
  • Due to a high volume of email and calls, please note that our office will not share individual application statuses. Please wait to hear from us for further instructions.