Summer & Break Housing
Summer Housing Application
Summer Housing is available on a limited, first-come, first-served basis. Students are asked to request summer housing only when necessary to help ensure space remains available for those with demonstrated need.
The application can be accessed through your Gateway account by clicking the Housing icon. Select the Summer Housing Request Form under the “Forms” section in the left-side menu. The form will be available between February 27th through April 13th, 2026.
Step by Step Guide can be found here.
The Summer Housing Request Form Covers:
- Late Stay Requests
- Summer Housing Requests
- Early Arrival Requests
Late Stay Requests (Up to two weeks after Commencement)
Late Stay Requests are intended for students who are unable to travel home immediately following Commencement.
- Students approved for a Late Stay will remain in their Spring 2026 housing assignment.
- If you need to remain on campus after the Spring semester ends and before Summer Housing begins, you must submit a Late Stay request through the Summer Housing Request Form.
Summer Housing (June 1 – August 17)
Summer Housing is for students who need to live on campus during the summer months.
- Summer Housing begins on June 1. Students will receive communication from Residence Life & Housing regarding their housing assignment, move-in timeline, and key pickup details.
- If you need to remain on campus after August 17, you must apply for Summer Housing into Early Arrival.
- Students who are not assigned to their Fall 2026 housing placement during the summer will be required to transition into their Fall assignment early to allow for Fall opening preparations.
- Additional details about move-in timelines and key pickup will be shared by Residence Life & Housing.
Important: If you do not have a Fall 2026 housing assignment, the final day you may remain in Summer Housing is August 1. Please plan your travel arrangements accordingly.
Early Arrival Requests (Up to two weeks before Fall move-in)
Early Arrival Requests are for students who need to return to campus before the residence halls officially reopen and are approved only at the request of a college department or office.
Cost of Summer Housing
- The cost of Summer Housing is $37 per day, billed to your student account.
- If a department is covering your summer housing costs, you are responsible for providing the necessary billing information to Residence Life & Housing.
Required billing information includes:
- Department/Office name
- Supervisor’s name and contact information
- Department account number
If you have questions about Summer Housing eligibility or the application process, please contact Residence Life & Housing at reslife@dickinson.edu.
Winter Break Housing Application
Winter break housing is offered on a limited basis. The college asks that students only request it when necessary to ensure it remains a service for those who genuinely need it. Winter break housing is meant to be an option for those who need a place to stay for a longer duration of time.
The application is accessed by going to your Gateway and clicking the Housing icon. You will then see the Winter Break Housing Request Form under 'Forms' on the left side menu. This form will close on December 14th.
This year, the Winter Break Housing Request Form will be used for all of the following:
- Late Stay Requests
- Winter Break Housing Requests
- Early Arrival Requests
Late Stay Requests (December 21–December 23)
Late Stay is for students who cannot travel home before December 21 at noon but will not remain on campus for the full winter break.
If you only need housing between December 21 and December 23, please select the Late Stay option on the form.
Winter Break Housing (December 21–January 17)
If you cannot return home during the break, please apply for Winter Break Housing, which runs from December 21, 2024, through January 17, 2025.
Students approved for Winter Break Housing do not need to submit separate Late Stay or Early Arrival requests.
Early Arrival Requests (January 12–January 17)
Early Arrival is for students who need to return to campus before halls reopen. Approved early arrivals may return between January 12 and January 17.
Important Information for Students Changing Rooms for Spring 2026
If you are moving into a new assignment for Spring 2026—whether due to a room change or returning from abroad—you will not be able to move into your spring space until January 17, as spaces will not be ready prior to that date.
If you have concerns about this, please email reslife@dickinson.edu between January 5–9 to discuss potential flexibility or options. Please note that approval is not guaranteed, as some spaces may not be ready for occupancy.