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Housing and Residence Life

Welcome to the Office of Housing and Residence Life

Housing and Residence Life at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is committed to cultivating a supportive living and learning environment that promotes academic success, personal growth, wellness, and social responsibility. Rooted in our institutional values of equity, access, and excellence, our residential communities are designed to enhance each student’s collegiate experience through intentional engagement, student leadership, and holistic support.

Our department manages two off-campus apartment-style housing complexes—AVA Van Ness and 3003 Van Ness, both conveniently located across the street from the UDC main campus and the David A. Clarke School of Law.

Explore UDC Apartments

Our 3003 Van Ness and AVA Van Ness communities are your home away from home.

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UDC Housing Application Process

Housing accommodations are provided on a semester basis. In the spring semester, there is a designated period for applying and placement, during which time we host information sessions to explain the application process. To secure your space, a non-refundable deposit of $150 is required.

If you are interested in exploring housing options at UDC, please complete the form below to determine your eligibility. Once you have been selected for housing, you will receive further instructions on payment and move-in details shortly after.

Housing Form

 

Move-in Information and Resources

For resources, suggestions and additional details about living at one of UDC's apartment communities, expand the options below.

Off-Campus Housing Services

These services were carefully designed to support you in making well-informed decisions when acquiring housing in the area and to better connect with your community and its resources. Our Office of Residence Life and Off-Campus Housing Services hope to accomplish the following:

  • Provide personalized "high touch" assistance, information and resources about urban living and housing
  • Promote student independence and community interdependence
  • Serve as liaisons between students, faculty, staff and community agencies
  • Maintain an apartment database with real-time rental information
  • Organize activities and encourage off-campus students to get involved in leadership opportunities on campus and in their communities
  • Strengthen community relations by educating students on being "good neighbors"
  • Foster community engagement by encouraging participation in residential activities
  • Inform students of university policies and local ordinances

To ensure that you and every student at UDC receive the help you need with housing, we are happy to offer off-campus housing services. It is our goal to help you and your peers acclimate to our campus, the larger Van Ness community and the D.C. metropolitan area.

Contact Us

For full details, housing applications and policy updates, contact our office:

Office of Housing and Residence Life

202-274-6570
housing@udc.edu

Housing Community Hotline

202-274-5050
Office of Public Safety

Helpful Links

Health and Safety
Fire Evacuation Plan
Guest Registration Form
Federal Lead-Based Paint Brochure
Student Code of Conduct
Community Outreach and Good Neighbor Policy
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