Residence Life is able and excited to welcome our incoming Transfer Students to Campus. Transfer Students will be provided with housing in the class year that they transfer in as.
2023-2024 Timeline
May 22*
Housing Selection begins; students may complete the application on the Housing Portal
*This date was updated from May 15 on 5/10/23 to accommodate the deposit deadline
May 31
Deadline for Medical Accommodations & Residency Waivers.
June 5
Housing Application due for Transfer Students needing housing for Summer and Fall 2023.
June 16
Transfer Student room assignments sent for Summer EFS 2023.
June 27
Summer EFS move-in & Orientation begins.
EARLY JULY
Room assignments for Fall 2023 sent
residence halls
Select from the areas below to explore our Sophomore residence halls, amenities, and view photos.
Sophomore Housing

Housing + Dining Rates 2023-2024
Click here for 2023-2024 Housing + Dining room rates.
Medical accommodations
Medical accommodation requests are due May 31.
Resources
- Property Insurance: Students are always encouraged to have property insurance.
- What Should I Bring?: A general overview of what to consider bringing and what to leave at home.
Live On Requirement
RISD has a two year live-on requirement. As such, first year and sophomore/transfer students are required to live on campus.
Questions
Still have a question? Email us at housing@risd.edu