Residence Life & Housing

Living with SFC

Our Residence Life program offers students exceptional living and learning experiences within a welcoming, safe, and well-maintained environment. Our Residence Hall is located in the beautiful Brooklyn Heights neighborhood. We invite students from across the country and around the globe to find their home with us.

To apply for housing, or if you have questions about living with SFC, contact the Office of Residence Life at (718) 489-2041 or at [email protected].

Safety & Security

The Safety & Security of our residents is a top priority. Our residence hall has security officers stationed in the residence hall 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The Office of Residence Life also provides a two-tiered on call structure, including a student staff and professional staff member on duty at all times. Residence Life staff are trained to respond to a multitude of emergencies.

Inclusive Community

The Office of Residence Life creates an environment that fosters a sense of belonging. This is accomplished through our staff building individual relationships with residents, helping residents to communicate effectively with roommates, and providing opportunities for support. We provide programs that are directed at enhancing students’ ability to connect with others, explore their personal identities, and develop a deeper understanding of their impact within our community and the world.

Living & Learning Experiences

The Office of Residence Life utilizes a Residential Curriculum as an intentional way of promoting learning and development for resident students. The Residence Life program at St. Francis College implements a multitude of strategies to advance learning and development within our residence halls. These strategies are directly related to the institutions Mission & Vision, as well as our department’s own educational priorities.

Clean & Well Maintained Facilities

The Office of Residence Life and its property management company, FOUND Study, maintain a high standard to ensure SFC students are provided with a luxury student housing experience, right here in New York City. We work closely with our facilities staff, housekeeping staff, and private cleaning companies to ensure our residence hall is always maintained to the highest standard.

“Watch this video for a visual overview of our beautiful SFC living facilities located at 97 Columbia Heights. Brooklyn Heights was named as one of America's most beautiful neighborhoods by Travel + Leisure magazine.”

Residence Hall Amenities

24-hour main entry security and cameras in common areas
Study and programming lounges
Common kitchen with seating

Access to programs and events hosted by Residence Life
Elevator and ADA Compliance
Mail and package receiving system

Laundry rooms
Beautiful views
Other amenities available at sister property down the street

Residence Hall Photos

97 CH Double Room

97 CH Triple Room

97 CH Suite Pantry

97 CH Suite Kitchen

97 CH Bathroom Stall/Shower Unit

97 CH Bathroom Tub/Shower Unit

97 CH Common Kitchen

97 CH Study Room

97 CH Media Room

97 CH Main Laundry Room - Washers

97 CH Main Laundry Room - Dryers

97 CH Rooftop

97 CH Resource Room

97 CH Lobby

119 CH Sky Lounge

119 CH Media Room

119 CH Fitness Center

119 CH Conference Room

Housing Selection

Rolling Housing Deposits Still Being Accepted

Housing Deposits through the rolling admissions process for Fall 2023 are now being accepted. If you are interested in living on campus at SFC, make sure you pay your Housing Deposit as early as you can to avoid being on a waitlist. Our residence hall offers first class amenities right in the heart of the beautiful Brooklyn Heights neighborhood. Come find your home with us.

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Fall 2023 Housing Information

Students interested in living in the residence hall at 97 Columbia Heights for the Fall 2023 semester need to take the steps below to be eligible. Our website, including the Frequently Asked Questions tab, answers many questions about life in the residence hall. For any additional questions, please email or call the Office of Residence Life at [email protected].

Students should first pay a $300 Housing Deposit via TouchNet. Paying a Housing Deposit does not guarantee a student housing. The Office of Residence Life will reach out to students in accordance with the timeline below. The sooner a student pays their housing deposit and completes all requirements, the more likely they are to receive their preferences. For any questions, contact the Office of Residence Life at [email protected].

Eligibility Requirements

Payment of a $300 Housing Deposit via student account (rolling deposits currently being accepted). Housing deposit non-refundable after June 1, 2023.
Completion of a Housing Application and Terms and Occupancy Agreement within 48 hours of being sent.
Full time enrollment at St. Francis College.
Continuing SFC Students need to have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

Pre Move-In Requirements

Proof of health insurance coverage submitted to the Office of Residence Life by July 6, 2023.
Fully vaccinated against COVID-19, vaccine record submitted to immunizati[email protected] no later than July 6, 2023. Boosters are encouraged.
MMR immunization records submitted to [email protected] by July 6, 2023.
Financially cleared by the Bursar prior to move in. Bill must be paid in full, covered by student loans, or signed up for a payment plan with the first payment made.
Attendance at a mandatory Community Meeting prior to move-in.

New Resident Housing Selection Timeline:

Date	Event
Thursday, July 6, 2023	Eligibility Requirements Due: Immunization Records and proof of Health Insurance. Class registration for new students.
Thursday, July 13, 2023	Housing Confirmation Letters will be sent to students who have met the requirements outlined above.
Thursday, August 10, 2023	Housing Assignment Letters will be emailed.
Tuesday, August 15, 2023	Fall 2023 bills are DUE. Students who chose a payment plan, payments are due the 15^th of each month. A temporary housing charge will be placed on student accounts in July so they can make payment arrangements. Contact the Bursar for questions.
August 23-29, 2023	Mandatory Virtual Community Meetings. Signups for meetings will be sent in Housing Assignment email. All resident students must attend one of the available community meetings in order to move in.
Sunday, September 3, 2023	New Students & Residents Move-In Day
Wednesday, September 6, 2023	1^st Day of Classes

Continuing Resident Housing Selection Timeline:

Date	Event
Thursday, June 29, 2023	Housing Confirmation Letters sent to students who have met the requirements outlined above.
Thursday, August 10, 2023	Housing Assignment Letters will be emailed.
Tuesday, August 15, 2023	Fall 2023 bills are DUE. Students who chose a payment plan, payments are due the 15^th of each month. A temporary housing charge will be placed on student accounts in July so they can make payment arrangements. Contact the Bursar for questions. Proof of Health Insurance Submitted
August 23-29, 2023	Mandatory Virtual Community Meetings. Sign-ups for meetings will be sent in Housing Assignment email. All resident students must attend one of the available community meetings in order to move in.
Monday, September 4, 2023	Continuing Residents Move-In Day
Wednesday, September 6, 2023	1^st Day of Classes

Room Rates

All students interested in housing are required to complete a Housing Application and pay a non-refundable $300 deposit. Rooms are assigned in the order in which housing deposits are received.

Double: $8,000 per semester - $16,000 per academic year
Triple: $7,500 per semester - $15,000 per academic year
Quad: $7,000 per semester - $14,000 per academic year

Students are also charged a $250 security deposit at the beginning of their first semester. The security deposit is credited back to the student account minus any damage fees at the end of the academic year.

Room and Suite Types:
The Residence Halls offers suite-style living with one, two and three-bedroom suites with one, two and three bathrooms. 70% of our suites are equipped with a full kitchen: cabinetry, sink, stove and full-size refrigerator. The other 30% offer pantries with cabinetry, a microwave and half-size refrigerators.

Double rooms have two students per bedroom, triple rooms have three students per bedroom, and quad rooms have four students per bedroom. Most bedrooms have a private bathroom. No more than four students share a bathroom.

One Bedroom Studio

Double or triple occupancy
Full kitchen or pantry
One bathroom

Two Bedroom Suites

Double, triple or quad occupancy per bedroom
Full kitchen
Two bathrooms

Three Bedroom Suites

Double, triple or quad occupancy per bedroom
Full kitchen or pantry
Two or three bathrooms

Meal Plan Options

For information about meal plan options at our Campus Cafeteria, please reach out to the Dean of Students Office. They can be emailed at [email protected] or visit the office at suite 6101 on campus at 179 Livingston St.

Fall 2023 Important Dates

September 3, 2023	New Student Move In
September 4, 2023	Continuing Student Move In
September 3-9, 2023	Welcome Week Programs & Floor Meetings
September 11, 2023	Roommate Agreements Due
September 17-23, 2023	Floor Meetings
September 18, 2023	Room Change Period Begins
September 27-29,2023	Health & Safety Inspections
October 9, 2023	No Classes & Admin Offices Closed
October 25-27, 2023	Health & Safety Inspections
November 6, 2023	Thanksgiving Intent Available
November 12, 2023	Thanksgiving Intent Due
November 12-18, 2023	Floor Meetings
November 17, 2023	Room Change Period Ends
November 22-26, 2023	Thanksgiving Recess – No Classes & Admin Offices Closed
November 27, 2023	Spring Intent Form Available
November 29-December 1, 2023	Health & Safety Inspections
December 1, 2023	Request for Winter Break Check Out Extensions or Housing Due *Fees will apply for non-academic reasons
December 3-9, 2023	Closing Meetings
December 11, 2023	Spring Intent Form Due
December 11, 2023	Last Day of Classes – 24 Hour Quiet Hours Begin
December 12, 2023	Study Day
December 13-19, 2023	Final Exams
December 20, 2023	Winter Closing – All students must check out by 12 noon

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the housing requirements?

In order to live in the residence hall, SFC students must meet the following requirements:

Payment of a $300 non-refundable Housing Deposit via TouchNet.
Registered as a full-time student during the semester that they live in the residence hall.
Good academic standing - have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Submit immunization records to Health & Wellness (MMR & MG) at [email protected].
Completion of the Housing Application and acceptance of the Terms and Occupancy Agreement.
Good financial standing with the Office of the Bursar.
Good judicial standing (conduct history for current students is subject to review).
Proof of health insurance coverage.
Attendance at a mandatory virtual Community Meeting prior to move-in.

How do I apply for housing?

Students interested in living in the residence hall need to pay a $300 non-refundable housing deposit. This deposit can be made via TouchNet by taking the following steps:

At the top of our page click 'Pay a Housing Deposit'
On the top bar click ‘Deposits’
Select the term you are hoping to live in the residence hall
Select Housing Deposit
Process Payment

After Residence Life receives your Housing Deposit you will be sent the Housing Application in accordance to the Housing Selection Timeline. The Housing Application should be submitted by the date provided. If applying for spring housing, complete immediately. If applying for fall housing, refer to the Housing Selection Timeline for more information about when the Housing Application will be sent and when it is due.

What types of rooms/suites are available?

There are three types of occupancy in the residence hall:

Double – Two people per room within a suite or studio
Triple – Three people per room within a suite or studio
Quad – Four people per room within a suite

There are three types of suite layouts:

One Bedroom Studio – Double or triple occupancy with a full kitchen or pantry and one bathroom
Two-Bedroom Suite – Double, triple, or quad occupancy per bedroom with a full kitchen and two bathrooms
Three-Bedroom Suite – Single, double, triple, or quad occupancy per bedroom with a full kitchen or pantry and two or three bathrooms

What's the difference between a kitchen & pantry?

A kitchen has cabinetry, a stove/range, a full-size refrigerator, and a sink. A pantry has cabinetry, a mini-refrigerator, and a microwave. 70% of our suites have kitchens. There is also a common kitchen located in the residence halls Cellar Level that students with pantries can utilize.

What kind of furnishings/amenities are offered?

Each student receives:

Extra-long twin size bed and mattress
Under-bed storage unit (2 drawers)
Desk and desk chair

Each room has:

Shared hanging space
Window blinds
High-speed internet/Wi-Fi
Electricity
A/C & Heating System

What other amenities are available?

Our residence hall at 97 Colombia Heights has a number of amenities students can take advantage of, such as:

24-Hour Main Entry Security & Cameras in Common Areas
Study & Programming Lounges
Common Kitchen w/ Seating
Access to programs and events hosted by Residence Life
Elevator & ADA Compliance
Mail & package receiving system
Laundry rooms
Beautiful views

Our residents also have access to take advantage of the amenities located at our sister property down the street at 119 Columbia Heights. These amenities include:

Additional Recreation Rooms
Library & Study Lounges
Fitness Room
Media Room

What to Bring - What Not to Bring List

How does Residence Life manage Safety & Security?

A security desk is located at the front entry in the lobby. This security desk is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Residents are required to swipe their Residence Hall ID in order to enter the building, as well as show it to security. Residence Life professionals and student staff also serve 24 hours a day, 7 days a week duty rotation. Resident Assistants also conduct rounds of the building daily. The building and suites are equipped with state-of-the-art life protection systems including fire sprinklers and smoke detectors.

Do I have to pay for laundry?

Yes, laundry costs $2.25 per load per machine. Residents download the MyMagicPass app to pay for laundry machines located in the building. Students and family members can easily load funds onto the MyMagicPass app using a debit or credit card. The building has six laundry rooms available to residents.

Can I request a roommate?

Yes, students can request a roommate when they complete the Housing Application. If two or more students want to live together they should ensure that they all name each other on their individual applications. This will ensure Residence Life knows that it is a mutual selection.

If you don’t already have a roommate picked out, don’t stress! The Housing Application asks students a number of questions regarding their preferences to ensure that students are matched with the best possible roommate.

Am I guaranteed to receive my housing preferences?

Residence Life does its best to accommodate student's housing preferences, however, we assign students based on the inventory we have at the time of placement. Continuing residential students are placed first, then students are placed in order of when their housing deposit is received, and when all other housing requirements are met. For example, a freshman student who pays a housing deposit early, but does not register for classes on time will be placed after someone who has met all of the requirements.

What if I have more questions?

We’re happy to help! We encourage all students to attend a Residence Life Info Session. If you still have questions, contact the Office of Residence Life at [email protected] or call us at 718-489-2041.

Residence Life Important Documents

2023 2024 Terms and Occupancy Agreement

SFC FOUND Residence Life Handbook

Residential Curriculum

Guest Policy

What to Bring - What Not to Bring

Summer Programs

Are you interested in housing your summer program at 97 Columbia Heights? Residence Life and Housing works with programs who need accommodations from mid-May to mid-August. Host your program in one of the most luxury neighborhoods in New York City. Our residence hall is located in the beautiful Brooklyn Heights neighborhood, with easy access to all that New York City has to offer. Our suite style housing is perfect for hosting groups of all ages during the summer months. We also offer an impeccable standard of cleaning and linen rental services that enable those who stay with us to feel right at home!

St. Francis also has a number of facilities available at our brand new, state-of-the-art campus located at 179 Livingston St. Groups can reserve classrooms and gathering spaces for daily activities. Group rates are also available at our on-campus dining facility. We provide all-inclusive rate packages so programs can pay one-price per participant and have all their needs taken care of. We also work with our Internationalization office to host summer programs from all over the world. If you're interested in hosting your summer program at St. Francis, contact our office at [email protected].

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Your Extended Campus

Brooklyn Heights

Our residence hall is located within the beautiful and historic Brooklyn Heights neighborhood, across the street from the landmark Brooklyn Heights Promenade and within a short walk to Brooklyn Bridge Park, a world-class waterfront park full of amenities. The residence hall offers a variety of living and study spaces, as well as spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline.

Living at 97 Columbia Heights is a vibrant experience. Explore the local neighborhood, including shops and a selection of distinct restaurants. Walk to Brooklyn Bridge Park, where you can enjoy cultural and athletic events, free movies and a running path along the piers overlooking the East River. If you like sports and concerts, venues like the Barclays Center and Brooklyn Academy of Music are just a short subway ride away.

You can also travel one stop into Manhattan for limitless social and cultural opportunities. Getting around is easy because public transportation is just minutes away from the residence hall, and the A/C/2/3/4/5/N/R subway lines make the entire city easily accessible.

Important Documents

Residence Life Policies & Procedures are provided through our important documents. All residence hall students are responsible for reviewing and understanding these documents while living in the residence hall. Our Residential Curriculum guides how Residence Life engages with our resident students to ensure a comprehensive living and learning experience. If a resident has any questions about the Policies & Procedures outlined in these documents they can reach out to their RA or the Office of Residence Life at [email protected] for more information.

2023-2024 Terms & Occupancy Agreement