Howard University has nine Residence Halls on campus and 2 Residence Halls off campus in private apartment complexes. Each residence hall has 24/7 controlled entry, laundry facilities, and other amenities. The halls are managed by our Campus Apartments and WISH partners with additional facilities support from REDCAM.
Traditionally, our first-year residence halls are single-gender and our continuing residence halls are gender neutral. Please note housing is only guaranteed for 1st year freshmen and 2nd year sophomores that complete the housing application. All 1st year freshmen and 2nd years are required to live on campus and any exemptions must be submitted via this request process here. Those that do not receive housing in the application process should review resources on our off campus housing page linked here.
Looking for Summer School Housing 2024? Complete the summer housing form https://forms.office.com/r/fTPdPijBu5 . Summer housing is reserved only for Howard University students taking summer classes at the University.
Always contact your Resident Assistant, Graduate Assistant, and Building Manager first. They can answer your questions most efficiently.
202-806-6131
Monday - Friday, 9:00AM to 5:00 PM
2205 4th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20059
*Closed during holidays and breaks.*
If you require additional facilities assistance, please contact the REDCAM team.
202-250-7689
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Unit Style | This is a one room design that is typical to a "dorm" room. Students in these will either have their own space or share with a roommate in this one room setup. |
| Suite Style | This is a multi-room design where multiple rooms are connected by a common area space or hallway. Suites range from having 2 to 4 rooms which may include single rooms and/or double rooms. |
| Apartment Style | This is a multi-room design that is typical to an apartment. These have different rooms connected in a full apartment with living room and kitchen. These have either single rooms or double rooms. |
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| No Bath | This type only has access to a communal bathroom typically located on every floor. This is in unit style only. |
| Communal Bath | A communal bathroom is a shared bathroom with toilet and shower stalls. These are open 24/7 for resident use. Guests of other gender within the hall must use the guests bathroom located in the lobby. |
| Shared Bath | This type has a bathroom connected to the room and other rooms. This is in unit style and suite style. |
| Full Bath | This type has access to a dedicated bathroom which is connected and/or 2 or less have access. This is in unit, suite, and apartment style. |
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Standard Single | This is a single occupancy room without additional features in the unit. These are in unit style only. |
| Single | This is a single occupancy room which have additional features such as kitchenettes or full kitchens. |
| Single with Full Bath, Mini-Kitchen | This is a single occupancy room with connected bathroom and small kitchenette area with cabinets, shelves, and sink. |
| Two Person Suite Single | This is a single occupancy room with a shared bathroom. This suite style has two single rooms connected by small hallway or common area which leads to the shared bathroom and full kitchen. |
| One Bedroom | This is a single occupancy bedroom with a connected bathroom and a separated living room space. |
| Standard Double | This is a double occupancy room without additional features in the unit. These are in unit style only, suite style, and apartment style. |
| Double | This is a double occupancy room which have additional features such as kitchenettes or full kitchens. |
| Small Double | This is a double occupancy room which have additional features such as kitchenettes or full kitchens but are smaller in size. These are a great way to have access to additional features while saving money. |
| Large Studio Double, XL Room | This is a double occupancy room with a connected bathroom that is shared between the two residents. This room is an extra large double with additional space and full kitchen. |
| Double Deluxe, Shared Bath, XL Room | This is a double occupancy room with a connected bathroom that is shared between the two residents and a kitchenette area. This room is an extra large double with additional space. |
Gender: Female
Meal Plan Required: Yes
Parking: No
2455 4th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20059
Building Manager: Ms. Lawal (she/her)
| Room Type | Fall 24 & Spring 25 (per semester) | Fall 24 & Spring 25 (full year) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Single, No Bath [36 beds] | $6,597 | $13,194 |
| Single, Full Bath | TBD | TBD |
| Standard Double, No Bath [612 beds] | $4,663 | $9,326 |
The Harriet Tubman Quadrangle (The Quad) is comprised of five halls: Baldwin, Crandall, Frazier, Truth, and Wheatley Halls.
24 Hour Security, Air Conditioning, ATM, Fitness Center, Internet / Ethernet / Wireless, Communal Kitchenettes, Laundry Facilities, Lounge Areas, Study Rooms, Vending Machines
Gender: Female
Meal Plan Required: Yes
Parking: No
888-600-4660 | ext. #1
2229 4th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20059
Temp Building Manager: Dr. Moore (she/her)
| Room Type | Fall 24 & Spring 25 (per semester) | Fall 24 & Spring 25 (full year) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Double, Full Bath [460 beds] | $5,680 | $11,360 |
College Hall North is a seven-story building with over 16 fully furnished lounges. Located on Fourth Street and College Street, you will be close to Howard University Hospital, the Main Campus, and The Yard.
Gender: Male
Meal Plan Required: Yes
Parking: No
511 Gresham Place, NW, Washington, DC 20059
Building Manager: Temp Manager
| Room Type | Fall 24 & Spring 25 (per semester) | Fall 24 & Spring (Full Year) |
| Standard Single, No Bath [37 Beds] | $5,412 | $10,824 |
| Standard Single, Shared Bath [37 Beds] | $5,864 | $11,728 |
| Standard Single, Full Bath [37 Beds] | $6,215 | $12,430 |
| Standard Double, No Bath [208 Beds] | $3,840 | $7,680 |
| Triple [12 Beds] | $3,640 | $7,680 |
The Charles R. Drew Hall is an all freshman male residence hall with approximately 330 beds. Students are provided with twin size bed and extra long mattress, dresser, and desk. Amenities include a study room, computer Lab, vending machines, a microwave in the snack room, a student lounge, a large screen TV room, and a pool table. Front desk service is provided 24/7.
24 Hour Security, Air Conditioning, ATM, Game Room, Internet / Ethernet / Wireless, Laundry Facilities, Lounge Area, Study Room, Vending Machines
Gender: Male
Meal Plan Required: Yes
Parking: No
601 Fairmont Street, NW, Washington, DC 20059
Building Manager: Temp Manager
| Room Type | Fall 24 & Spring 25 (per semester) | Fall 24 & Spring 25 (full year) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Single, Full Bath [20 beds] | $6,217 | $12,434 |
| Standard Single, Shared Bath [19 beds] | $5,862 | $11,724 |
| Standard Double, Full Bath [80 beds] | $4,262 | $8,524 |
| Standard Double, Shared Bath [80 beds] | $4,100 | $8,200 |
George W. Cook Hall is a residence hall that houses approximately 200 undergraduate students. Students are provided with a twin size bed and extra long mattress, desk, and dresser. Rooms have wi-fi service. Other amenities include a Club Room —used for official hall programs—mailboxes, and a computer lab. Front desk service is provided 24/7.
24 Hour Security, Computer Lab, Internet / Ethernet / Wireless, Laundry Facilities, Lounge Area, Vending Machines
Gender: Gender neutral
Meal Plan Required: Yes
Parking: No
2225 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
Building Manager: Ms. Onawola (she/her)
| Room Type | Fall 24 & Spring 25 (per semester) | Fall 24 & Spring 25 (full year) |
|---|---|---|
| Single, Full Bath [25 beds] | $6,918 | $13,836 |
| Double Deluxe, Full Bath, XL Room [10 beds] | $6,026 | $12,052 |
| Double, Shared Bath [292 beds] | $5,650 | $11,300 |