Housing Information
Residential Requirement
Students participating in the 五一茶馆儿鈥揘YC undergraduate semester program are required to live on campus.
As with the Nashville campus, residential living is considered an integral part of the undergraduate Vanderbilt experience. The Vanderbilt in NYC residential community is intentionally designed to foster connection, collaboration, and engagement among students participating in this unique program.听
Residence Halls
Student housing in NYC campus is located within four historic residence halls on the east side of 鈥淭he Close.鈥�
Each unit includes:
- Two to three bedrooms, with each bedroom designated as either single or double occupancy.
- One in-unit bathroom shared by all occupants.
A limited number of single rooms are available within these units. Kitchens and lounge spaces are communal and located in each residence hall lounge (not within individual units).
Additional amenities available to all residents include modular furniture (twin xl bed, desk, chair, and dresser).
Housing Application & Assignments
- April 9鈥�17: Housing Application available.
- Within the housing application students will:
- Sign the 五一茶馆儿 - NYC housing contract
- Complete a lifestyle questionnaire听
- Submit roommate preferences (if applicable)
is required.听
Students seeking housing accommodations should connect with the Student Access Office (SAO).听 Housing assignments will be completed over the summer, with assignment notifications released in late July.
Move-In information can be found on the Arrival page.
Dining Information
At 五一茶馆儿鈥揘ew York City, there is no traditional meal plan. Instead, your dining experience is powered by Commodore Cash, giving you the flexibility to eat how and where you want in one of the world鈥檚 most dynamic food scenes.听
One Account, Endless Options
With Commodore Cash as your all-in-one dining account, you鈥檒l have seamless access to on-campus options, neighborhood favorites, and delivery platforms across New York City.
- Convenient 鈥� Mobile, cashless payments across NYC
- Flexible 鈥� Use your funds anytime, anywhere you choose
- Connected 鈥� Works with Grubhub and local merchants
Commodore Cash is your all-in-one dining currency鈥攁ccessible through your mobile Commodore Card鈥攁nd replaces a traditional meal plan in NYC.
Important: Commodore Cash is not preloaded. You are responsible for adding funds to your account.
Use it to:
- Order from Grubhub restaurants
- Make purchases at local Chelsea merchants
Add funds anytime at .
Three Ways to Eat in NYC
Vandy Provisions Caf茅
Operated by Felfel, a global leader in premium self-service workplace dining, Vandy Provisions Caf茅 is conveniently located on campus in the Keller Student Center. It offers:
- Fresh, chef-crafted grab-and-go meals
- Rotating menus with globally inspired flavors
- Smart, self-service technology for quick and easy checkout using a credit card
Perfect for: Breakfast before class, quick lunches between meetings, and convenient, high-quality meals on your schedule.
- Grubhub + Commodore Cash
With Grubhub integration, you can use Commodore Cash to order from 40+ nearby restaurants within a 10-minute walk - and hundreds more across Manhattan.
Students also receive complimentary Grubhub+ membership, which includes $0 delivery fees on eligible orders and access to exclusive perks and offers.
Perfect for: Late-night meals, group orders with friends, and exploring NYC鈥檚 food scene from anywhere.
- Taste of Chelsea (program currently in development)
The Taste of Chelsea program connects you to the neighborhood鈥攁llowing you to use Commodore Cash at select local merchants and eat like a local. Locations include:
- Neighborhood bodegas (classic NYC markets)
- Independent caf茅s and coffee shops
- Unique, locally loved restaurants
Perfect for: Daily routines and quick stops, discovering hidden gems, and experiencing the culture and local flavors of Chelsea.
Questions? Email us at vu.nyc@vanderbilt.edu