Student Engagement & Housing

Benefits to living on campus

National statistics show that students who live in residence halls tend to perform better academically and are more engaged on campus. While living on campus students are easily able to:

• Build meaningful relationships with other students
• Easily attend campus events
• Join student clubs and organizations
• Study together and work on class projects
• Develop interpersonal skills
• Eat on campus with your friends
• Walk to class and save time commuting!

Want to learn more about residence life? Get an overview of living on campus by downloading our Live Like a Saint informational guide. 

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Resident Advisor Support

Resident Advisors (RA) are student leaders who live with their fellow students in the residence halls who are responsible for the management and assistance of residents within a specific section or floor.

RAs serve as the initial contact person for the students on issues such as: roommate conflicts, maintenance concerns, general questions about the campus, and issues that may arise within a Residence Hall community. They implement social and educational programs within the halls, build a community, and assist with enforcing the College’s Code of Conduct.

RAs are a great resource, as they were starting their journey at D’Youville – just like you are — not too long ago!

First Year Students: You will receive your housing assignment shortly after Summer Orientation sessions are over. We will provide housing information to you in the Spring semester for all students beginning in the Fall, to review your housing deposit, roommate selection, as well as your housing application and license agreement.

marguerite hall

• Primarily for first year students and sophomores
• Co-ed floors
• 12-story Residence Hall with breathtaking views of the Buffalo waterfront, downtown, and Canada.
• About 28 students reside on each floor, which includes study lounge, TV lounge, and kitchenette.
• Each room has cable TV hook-up, Internet access, phone line capability, and individually-controlled heat and air conditioning.
• Resident Advisor lives on each floor.
• Fun activities and educational events throughout each semester.
• Well-lit, protected, parking lot for residents

 For more information, visit the Marguerite Hall page.

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222 Apartment Complex 

• Eligibility is for students from sophomore year to senior year. Preference for rooms is given to students currently living on-campus.
• For D'Youville juniors or students 21 and older, including graduate and doctoral students.
• Four-bedroom apartments feature two full baths.
• Roomy and fully furnished.
• Full-size refrigerator/freezer, microwave and stove in kitchen; cable TV hook-up, Internet access, and individually-controlled heat/air conditioning.
• Well-lit, protected, parking lot for residents.

For more information, see the 222 Apartment Complex page.

What size are the mattresses?

Mattresses in all on-campus housing facilities are XL twin.

How much space is under the bed?

In Marguerite Hall, standard bed frames are used so there is space between the bed and floor. In the apartments there are drawers under the bed.

Should I bring a mini fridge?

Yes!  Students supply their own microfridge combo unit (1 allowed per room).  If students are not interested in having a microwave in their room, 1 standard mini fridge is also allowed in place of the microfridge unit.

Are cooking facilities available?

Yes. In Marguerite Hall every floor has a kitchenette. Each resident apartment has a full sized kitchen.

Are telephone services provided?

Yes. Local telephone service and voice mail is provided free of charge but you must pay for long distance telephone calls. You'll need to bring your own telephone and complete a telephone setup process in order to use it.

Can I bring a TV?

Yes. Basic cable is available in each room of the residence halls. You provide personal television sets and cable wire extensions. Extra cable packages with premium channels can be purchased individually from the local cable company.

Will I have an Internet connection?

There are Internet connections in each bedroom, one for each student. In Marguerite Hall there is a computer lab on the first floor and in the apartment building there is a computer lab in the lower level. Computer labs are also located in the Bauer Family Academic Centerand the Montante Family Library.Wireless internet access is also available.

Can I move in early?

You may not move into your assigned room earlier than the published date and time. If you will be arriving before the residence halls open you'll need to stay in a hotel or make other arrangements.

How much does laundry cost?

Laundry costs are included in housing fees. Washers and dryers on campus do not require coins.

What is the guest policy?

Residents may host visitors everyday until 1 AM at night, and until 3 AM on Friday and Saturday nights. In cases where a resident would like to host a guest overnight, they may do so according to the following guidelines: Guests may stay on campus for a maximum of two days within the course of a seven day period, beginning the first night they are registered. Campus residents may only have two guests within a seven day period and may not have more than two guests per night in any room. In Marguerite Hall, only guests of the same gender are permitted to stay with resident host.

Can I have a car on campus?

Resident parking hang tags are available on a first-come, first-served basis dependent on class standing. They are sold online during the first week of classes. Campus residents are only allowed to park in the lot for the building you live in; you'll be ticketed if you park in other areas.

How do I choose the right meal plan?

Please see Food Service Dining Hall Policy for meal plan information.

Are there any non-smoking residence halls?

All residence halls are non-smoking. Per New York state law, there is no smoking in any building on campus including residence halls. All persons must go to the city sidewalk to smoke.

How do I register for on-campus housing?

Contact the Student Engagement Office for information about applying for on-campus housing at 716.829.8436.

What accommodations are available for guests in the Buffalo area?

There are numerous hotels near the D'Youville campus. To take advantage of special rates, please phone the hotels directly and inquire whether a D'Youville or college/university rate is available.  

Marguerite Hall 

All rates in MGT include a residential meal plan. D'Youville does not offer a Summer meal plan. All room types in MGT cost $4750 per semester.

Apartment Complex 

APT rates include $225 in D'Youville dollars for a meal plan (full-time meal plan option is available for additional fee).

Full-time

Room Type	Per Semester
Room in a 4-bedroom apartment	$5,440

Meal Plan

Meal Plan	Per Semester
Full time college meal plan option	$2,100

Mandatory Fee

Fee	Per Semester
Residence Council Fee	$30

Apply For Housing

D’Youville provides an on-campus living experience that serves as a “home away from home” for our residents. Our housing creates an all-encompassing living experience that encourages student success inside and outside of the classroom. Our residents also enjoy an inclusive and supportive community that fosters growth and development by providing engaging events and programs within the halls.

Apply for Housing

Download a checklist of items to bring with you! These items are reccommended but not required. 

Questions? Email housing@dyc.edu.Download c