Transfer Student Housing & Dining
You’ll have the opportunity to benefit from everything that a residential campus has to offer. Our newly renovated residence halls allow you to put down roots, build close friendships — and enjoy all the perks of a short commute!
Where will I live?
Where will I live?
As a transfer student, you are automatically opted into our Transfer Living Learning Community (TLLC). TLLC is designed to support your unique experiences and needs as a transfer student who is not new to college, but is new to Alma. The TLLC is located in Newberry Hall, which also houses other sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Check out more information about TLLC.
Have another housing option in mind? Email us at residencelife@alma.edu to discuss options.
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Housing Selection
Housing Selection
Transfer student housing selection occurs from March through July each year and has three primary steps:
1. Sign your housing agreement, complete your roommate profile, and select your meal plan (March)
2. Select your roommate (June)
3. Select your room (June-July)
All of these steps will be completed through your housing portal, which you will be able to access after you make your commitment deposit. Through our portal, you will be able to meet possible roommates, find someone compatible, and choose your room for the upcoming year. If you are eligible to live off campus, you also can find the residency exemption application in your housing portal.
Dining at Alma
Dining at Alma
At Alma, you’ll never be short of opportunities to share a meal — or grab a bite on the go! Dining on campus is a great way to build connections with your peers, whether it’s a late-night study session or brunch on Saturday. There are 15 dining locations that accept an Alma College meal plan.
Through Metz, our campus dining partner, you can enjoy homestyle favorites at Southern Kitchen or pizza made from scratch at Villa Toscana. Or, try something new from our rotating weekly menu at Hamilton Commons. Plus, our Chef Fresh fridges in Wright Hall and the Hogan Center are available whenever hunger strikes, so you’ll always have access to healthy snacks and meals.
Want to try it for yourself? As a transfer student, you can enjoy a trial period of one week to explore our affordable, healthy on-campus dining options.
