Make the most of your college experience!
Living on campus at TC3 means immersing yourself in a dynamic and supportive environment where connections, opportunities, and convenience come together.
It’s more than a place to stay—it’s a place to belong.
Convenience & Comfort
Experience apartment-style living just steps from your classes, the library, and the fitness center.
Each apartment includes a private, locked bedroom, full kitchen, and shared living area—providing the perfect balance of privacy and connection.
See for yourself!
Affordable Living Options
Save on housing with TC3’s financial incentives.
Submit your housing contract and $250 deposit early to earn a $250 discount!
Eligible students can save an additional $1,000 annually through the TC3 Housing Grant or reduce tuition costs with the Be One of Us Scholarship for non-New York state residents.
| Fall | Spring | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Housing | $4,434 | $4,434 | $8,868 |
| Meal Plan Students living on campus are required to purchase a meal plan. | $1,379 | $1,379 | $2,758 |
Cost of Attendance Dining Options and Meal Plans
A Community Built for You
Living on campus at TC3 isn’t just about convenience—it’s about embracing a community tailored to your interests and needs. Enjoy apartment-style living steps away from classes, with amenities like a fully-equipped fitness center, olympic-size swimming pool, volleyball, basketball, and more.
Engage in themed housing options, connect through community events organized by Resident Assistants (RAs), and explore the vibrant student life offered through CampusGroups activities. It’s all here to enrich your college journey at TC3.
Safety & Security
Feel at ease with 24/7 secured residence halls, key-card access, security cameras, and regular patrols by Campus Police.
Resident Assistants and Directors are available every evening, creating a supportive and safe living environment.
Apply to live on campus, today!
Secure your spot and take advantage of incentives by submitting your housing contract and deposit early. On-campus living at TC3 offers everything you need to succeed, all in one place.
On-Campus Housing Application Process
On-campus housing is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Room assignments are made during the month of August for fall and January for spring. To be offered a room you must complete all of the following steps.
If you need any help, please don't hesitate to contact the Panther Welcome Center.
Check out these financial incentives
TC3 offers special incentives to help you save money on campus housing costs.
- Laundry | Room rates include laundry at no additional cost.
- Early Deposit | Submit your housing contract and $250 deposit by December 1st and automatically earn a $250 discount on the annual housing cost.
- Students from Cortland, Tompkins and Tioga Counties | If you are awarded the TC3 Housing Grant, you could save an additional $1,000 on the annual housing cost. Students from other counties are considered on a secondary basis until the housing grant funding is exhausted.
- Non-New York State Residents | You may apply for the Be One of Us Scholarship to save money on non-resident tuition.
1. Submit the Housing Contract
- You must complete and submit your Residence Hall Academic Year Contract.
Apply for On-Campus Housing
You will need to login with your TC3 username and password. - You may submit a housing contract as soon as you apply to the College. You must be at least 18 years old by December 31 of this year. To request a waiver of the minimum age policy, contact the Vice President of Student Services at vpss@tompkinscortland.edu or 607.844.8222 x4316. A parent or guardian signature is required for all students under 18 years of age.
- Students must renew their housing contract on an annual basis.
- There are financial penalties for breaking the contract between the fall and spring semesters.
- Spring Break Housing | See the Residence Hall Contract for break housing costs.
- Meal Plans | Residential students are required to purchase the 17 meals/week meal plan. View meal plan costs.
Please be aware that the contract does not “hold” a room – you must satisfy all steps in this checklist
2. Pay your Security Deposit and Down Payment
Please note that the security deposit does not “hold” a room. You must complete all applicable steps in this checklist.
Your security deposit will be refunded if you are not offered a room.
- New residents must pay a $250 security deposit.
- Check or credit card payments may be made online in Self Service.
- Returning residents will have their existing deposit moved to the Fall 2024 semester, unless there are excessive room damages or you owe a bill to the college.
- If you need to make another deposit, you may do so online in Self Service.
- Anticipated financial aid may not be used to pay a security deposit.
- If you're planning to use financial aid to help pay your college bill, you need to Apply for Financial Aid.
- You'll need to have the bill cleared by the Registration and Billing Department.
- If you will not or are not eligible to file a FAFSA, then a down payment of $2,500 is required. You may make a down payment any time after you have created your online myTC3 account. The down payment does not guarantee you will be offered a room and will be refunded if housing is not offered.
3. Register for Classes
- You must be registered for the upcoming semester.
- New residents may begin the registration process by responding to the Student Success email for a phone advisement appointment.
- Returning students may meet with their advisor for advisement and registration.
- Financial holds on your account must be resolved before you are allowed to register for classes. Sign into Self Service to view your account information.
- Select “Finances,” then “Balance.”
- From the menu on the left of the screen, select the period and enter your most recent term of attendance (month/term).
- Under the “View” option, select “Detail by Charges/Credits”
- Then select “Change.”
4. Submit your Immunization Records
- Documentation demonstrating full compliance of immunizations according to Public Health Law sections 2165 and 2167 must be on file in the Student Health Center.
- You may submit immunization and health records using the Health and Wellness Portal.
- More information is available at the Health Center or by calling 607.844.8222 x4487.
Do you need any special accommodations?
- If you require special housing accommodations due to a disability or medical issue, contact Access and Equity Services at 607.844.8222 x4420.
- Accommodations might include assignment to a particular building or apartment or availability of specialized equipment.
- Appropriate documentation of disability or medical issue will be required.
Are you on academic probation or suspension?
If you are on academic probation or suspension at the end of the semester, you must complete an academic review and/or suspension appeal before you will be considered for campus housing. You must follow the instructions in the email you received regarding your academic status.