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Welcome to Housing & Residence Life

Announcements

  • Open Room Change - Our spring room change process opens January 27th. Click here to learn more.
  • Spring 2025 Application - For incoming students joining the AU community for the spring semester or returning students not currently on campus. This application opened on October 23rd. Click here to learn more. 
  • Fall Closing 2024 - Residence Halls will close on December 15th at noon. To learn about your options for winter break, click here.

Find Your Home

Students in Black Affinity Housing

Black Affinity Housing

Black Affinity Housing celebrates the diversity of Black and African American students and culture at American University.

Black Affinity Housing

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Residence Halls

Our residence halls are dynamic communities that promote positive and affirming atmospheres for student learning.

Residence Halls

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Virtual Tours

Take a virtual tour of our residence halls to experience on-campus living. 

Virtual Tours

Resources

Chat with HRL

Live Chat With HRL

For quick and easy answers, chat with HRL every Monday through Friday, from 1-4 p.m. (EST).

Chat Now

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Lofts, Fridges & More

Want a fridge or bedloft for your room? Our partnerships make it easy!

Personalize Your Room