Residence Halls

Whether you’re in your first year or finishing up at RISD, we offer a variety of housing options for you to get the most from your on-campus experience.
First-year housing
To build a strong foundation at RISD, all first-year students live in our first-year area, which includes easy access to the Residence Life office, the college’s fitness center and The Met, RISD’s all-you-care-to-eat dining facility.

First-year housing
To build a strong foundation at RISD, all first-year students live in our first-year area, which includes easy access to the Residence Life office, the college’s fitness center and The Met, RISD’s all-you-care-to-eat dining facility.
Explore first-year housing optionsSophomore housing
To support the transition into your second year, we offer designated sophomore areas that provide you with a close-knit, independent living experience. This helps you in navigating your new major together while forging connections and pathways for success.

Sophomore housing
To support the transition into your second year, we offer designated sophomore areas that provide you with a close-knit, independent living experience. This helps you in navigating your new major together while forging connections and pathways for success.
Explore sophomore housing optionsUpperclass housing
Upperclass housing options provide a greater level of independence for juniors, seniors, fifth-year and graduate students who choose to live on campus. These residences give you access to kitchens as well as a greater level of autonomy over your living space.

Upperclass housing
Upperclass housing options provide a greater level of independence for juniors, seniors, fifth-year and graduate students who choose to live on campus. These residences give you access to kitchens as well as a greater level of autonomy over your living space.
Explore upperclass housing options