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ALP Students

Eligibility

Students over the age of 18 who plan to enroll in ALP (American Language Program) Summer Institute courses during the summer through the School of Continuing Education at Columbia University are eligible for summer housing. We do not offer housing to married couples or children.

Periods and Rates

PeriodDatesSingle RateDouble Rate
Full Summer Session with A/CMay 26 - August 9N/A$2,600
Summer Session A with A/CMay 26 - June 21N/A$935
Summer Session B with A/CJune 22 - August 9N/A$1,665
Summer Session B2 with A/CJuly 13 - August 9N/A$900

Buildings Available

Due to summer renovations, Schapiro is the only building available for ALP Housing. All rooms are double rooms with a community kitchen and communal bathrooms on each floor.

Application Information

ALP Housing Application

Applications for ALP Housing will be accepted until the deadline on April 18. We are only able to guarantee housing for the bed capacity listed under each session. Once all the spaces are filled, the application will be removed.If more spaces become available, the application will be online again.A non-refundable $50 application fee will be added to your total housing bill for the summer. Please register for ALP Housing based on the Session(s) you will be in residence:
Full Summer Session (May 26 - August 9) - 42 double beds

Summer Session A (May 26 - June 21) - 20 double beds

Summer Session B (June 22 - August 9) - 40 double beds

Summer Session B2 (July 13 - August 9) - 60 double beds

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please note your need on your application. In addition, we may ask you to fill out the Disability Housing Accommodations Request Form and submit supporting documentation. We will make every effort to meet your needs, but please note that this is only a request and not guaranteed.

Cancellation Policy

Please use the Cancellation Form to cancel your room. There is a non-refundable $50 application fee, and there will be no credits or refunds for late arrivals, early departures, or cancellations.

Customer Service Center
118 Hartley Hall - (212) 854-2775

Hospitality Desk
Hartley Lobby - (212) 854-2779

General Inquiries
housing@columbia.edu