All newly admitted first-time, full-time freshmen who are single, under 21, and do not live with custodial guardians are required by SUNY Oneonta to live in a residence hall for the first four semesters while at the university.
Building Style
Double style halls
These halls have double rooms and a common bathroom shared on each wing.
Quad style halls
A quad room is designed to house four students.
Suite and apartment style halls
A suite room is designed to house six students.
Special Interest Housing
Quiet Housing – A calm, quiet setting for residents that prioritizes hallmates’ need for uninterrupted sleep, work, and study time; offers 24 hour quiet hours for students who want a quieter floor to live and study in.
Marsha P. Johnson Community Housing – offers a safe and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ students living on campus. Providing social and educational programming, collaborating with other offices on campus.
Gender Inclusive Housing – is designed to allow students of any gender identity to live together within one living unit. It is suggested to reach out to residence life and housing early if you are interested in this option.
Wellness Community - Access personalized well-being resources to nurture your physical, mental and emotional health, enabling you to thrive with other like-minded individuals.
Oneonta Gamers - A welcoming, friendly community of gaming enthusiasts that hosts inclusive events and social activities.
Late requests for on-campus housing
Students who require on campus housing during the semester should send an e-mail to reslife@oneonta.edu in order to make that request. A staff member will reply within 2 business days with further instructions. Additionally, the Residential Experience and Housing office can be reached via telephone at (607) 436-2514.
Requests to be released from the housing requirement
The Residence Hall License is binding for the entire academic year (August-May), or for 2 academic years (4 full semesters) for incoming first time, full time freshman students. We do understand that circumstances arise which may require that a student be released from that obligation. In order to apply for a release from the housing requirement and Residence Hall License, you will need to complete a request for a release. That form is currently available on our housing policies page.
Medically Required Accommodations
With advanced notice and appropriate documentation, the Office of Residential Experience and Housing can make medically required housing accommodations. Please review the following guidelines, and then download the appropriate form for your request. The form must be completed and signed by your medical professional who is prescribing the accommodations.
Housing Accommodation Request Form - This will take you to the Accessibility Resources "How to Register" page. The Housing Accommodation Request form is located at the bottom of the page.
Guidelines for Requesting a Medically Required Service or Assistance Animal
Please go into the On Campus Housing and Residence Life Intranet site to get information about Buying Out a Room (IRP), Room Changes, and Returning Students Requesting an Incoming Student as a Roommate.
Other resources include:
- Tenant's Rights Guide issued by the NYS Attorney General's Office
- A Guide to Small Claims In NYS City, Town and Village Courts Issued by the NYS Unified Court System
- Fair Housing: Equal Opportunity for All
For students who have legal questions pertaining to their lease, security deposit or any other issue, SUNY Oneonta’s Student Association can provide a referral to a local attorney as an avenue to receive legal guidance to help students with their specific situation.
Note: In the event students are faced with unsafe living conditions of any kind, they should immediately call the City of Oneonta Code Enforcement Office/Health Inspector at (607) 433-3435.
