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Residence Life and Campus Housing

We provide a safe, comfortable, and inclusive residential community that promotes academic achievement, personal growth, and responsible citizenship.

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Housing and Meal Plans

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Living on Campus

Get a glimpse of life in the residence halls, from move-in to microfridges.
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On-Campus Housing Options

YCP offers traditional residence halls, apartments, suites, and houses for students who live on campus.
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Residency Requirements

Most Spartans live on campus, but if desired, some students may be eligible for commuter status.
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Meal Plans

The YCP campus houses a number of dining establishments with flexible meal plans to fit your needs.
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Upcoming Breaks

Thanksgiving Break

  • Begins on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10 p.m. This is the same date and time the halls will close. 
  • Residence halls will reopen at 12 p.m. on December 1, 2024. 
  • Submit a late stay request (open for submissions October 18 - November 19)

Semester Break

  • Residence Halls will close at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Students with late finals or those who are graduating can submit a request to stay late. 
  • The residence halls will reopen at 12 p.m. on January 23, 2025.
  • Submit a late stay request for the semester break (open for submissions November 20 - December 10)
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Concerned About a Student?

The York College CARE team works with various departments on campus to provide resources and support for students with medical, social, and academic concerns. We're here for whatever you or a friend of yours needs to be in the best possible position for success and wellness.

  • Emergency — If you feel threatened or are concerned about someone's immediate health, safety, or welfare, call Campus Safety (717.815.1314)
  • Troubling Behavior — If you are concerned about someone's behavior or you have information about a student that causes you concern, please call the Office of Student Affairs (717.815.1461) or the Office of Residence Life (717.815.1281)
  • Confidentiality — If you are a student and would like to CONFIDENTIALLY discuss a concern, please contact Counseling Services at 717.815.6437.
Submit a Student Concern
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Reporting Incidents of Bias/Discrimination

York College is dedicated to social justice and upholding the dignity of all people. 

Behavior or actions that go against the College's principles of community, or display themes of hate, bigotry, bias, and discrimination, are not welcome at York College of Pennsylvania and will be addressed. Any member of our community who witnesses concerning activity may submit a report through the Bias Reporting system.

Report an Incident

Contact Us

Residence Life

Iosue Student Union Building, Room 307 
Phone: 717.815.1281 
Fax: 717.849.1644 
residencelife@ycp.edu

Emergencies

Contact Campus Safety at 717.815.1314