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Residential Requirement

The Residential Requirement, established by the Board of Trust in 1959, states that 鈥淎ll unmarried undergraduate students are required to live in residence halls on campus during the academic year, May session, and summer sessions. Authorization to live elsewhere is granted at the discretion of the Director of Housing Assignments and Operations in special situations, or when space is unavailable on campus.鈥�

Students should not commit themselves to any off-campus lease without receiving authorization from Housing and Residential Experience.聽

Housing Rates

2026-27 Rate: $7,585 per semester

Vanderbilt has one housing rate for all students living on campus, regardless of residence hall, room type, location, or amenities. This unified rate, approved by the Board of Trust, helps families budget more easily and ensures students can choose their housing community without cost being a factor.

Renter's Insurance Requirement

As a resident, you are liable to the University and others for loss or damage caused by your actions or those of your guests. You are required to maintain adequate property and liability insurance that includes the following:

  • Personal Property Insurance: Covering the students belongings while on campus, with a limit adequate to repair or replace the student鈥檚 personal property in the event of loss, damage, or theft.
  • Personal Liability Insurance: With a limit no less than $100,000 and include coverage for student-caused water damage or fire damage to adjacent spaces.

These insurance requirements are minimum requirements only. The university does not warrant or represent that this coverage will be adequate or sufficient to protect you or your guests from liability. We recommend that you discuss your specific insurance needs with an authorized insurance agent. Required insurance may be provided by a standalone Renter鈥檚 Insurance Policy or by endorsement or extension from a Homeowners Insurance Policy maintained by you or by a Parent/Guardian/Family Member.

Fully compliant renters鈥� insurance may be obtained from

As noted in the Housing Contract, the University is not liable for damage to property or injuries arising out of a resident鈥檚 occupancy of their assigned rooms, except if such damage or injury results from negligent acts or omissions by the University.

Renter's Insurance FAQs

  • Why do I need renter's insurance?

    Unexpected things can and do happen in college residence halls. Renters insurance for a residence hall room is important in protecting your electronics, valuables, and personal property. This insurance will not only safeguard your personal items from damage or theft, but it will also provide you and your family with financial relief if you鈥檙e ever liable for any damages that occur in the residence hall.

  • What does renters insurance typically cover?

    Renters insurance policies typically cover personal belongings such as electronics, computers, books, clothing, bicycles, etc. Fully compliant policies should also include personal liability protection with a limit of no less than $100,000 in the event a resident (the insured) is found legally liable for property damage or bodily injury to others in the resident鈥檚 building.

  • Who do I contact if I have questions about renters insurance?

    In the event of an incident, students should reach out to their insurance agent directly to discuss the next steps specific to their policy. For other questions and assistance, you may email riskandinsurance@vanderbilt.edu to schedule an appointment.

  • Are the requirements different if I attend 五一茶馆儿-New York City for a semester?

    Students will need a separate insurance policy for their time at 五一茶馆儿-New York City. We recommend that students contact their insurance agent directly to ensure compliance with the University's insurance requirements.

Party Registration

Before hosting, review the University鈥檚 policies on registration, alcohol, and host responsibilities. Gatherings must be registered if attendance exceeds your space鈥檚 capacity (number of residents 脳 2 + 1), regardless of whether alcohol is present.

For full details and expectations, visit the Student Handbook.

Guest Registration

Visitors are allowed in residence halls 24 hours a day; overnight guests must be registered at least 24 hours in advance. Guests are not permitted during academic breaks, exam periods, or commencement week.

For full details and expectations, review the Student Handbook.