From juggling a heavy workload to sharing a bathroom, the transition from high school to college can be jarring for any student. Those first-day-of-school butterflies don’t go away when you come to college either. That’s why Ithaca has so many special programs to help you feel at home, get over that initial fear and shyness, and jumpstart the next four years at IC. Here are just a...

A: First-year (freshman) housing gives you the opportunity to live with students who share your status as a new student on campus and who will also be looking to make new friends.

Your resident assistant (RA) will also organize special activities to make you feel at home. An extra perk: Ithaca’s first-year housing is in a great location -- right at the center of campus!
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Next to picking a major, choosing where to live will have the biggest impact on your college life. With 31 residence halls and two apartment complexes right on campus, Ithaca has housing to suit every taste. All rooms are smoke free, and you’ll find singles, doubles, triples, suites, and specialty communities galore. Which home away from home is perfect for you?...