Housing at Academy of Art University 

The Department of Housing & Residence Life facilitates holistic communities that support student growth, development, and learning. Our residence hall communities seek to provide spaces that offer a welcoming, including, and safe living environment. Staff members are committed to offering courteous, professional, and efficient service by providing opportunities to prepare residents for success both on campus and as global citizens.

Core Values

In our work with the university community and beyond, the Department of Housing & Residence Life values guide our work:

• Education and preparation for a lifetime of learning
• Integrity, honesty, personal responsibility, and ethical behavior
• Appreciation, respect, and acceptance for diversity and inclusion
• Civic and social responsibility as a means toward good citizenship
• Opportunities for students to live, learn, and grow