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国产传媒 in NYC - Student Life

Housing & Dining

国产传媒鈥揘ew York City undergraduate semester program offers a residential and dining experience that supports student success, connection, and exploration. Living on campus is central to the undergraduate program, with students embedded in a close-knit community alongside faculty in the heart of NYC, and enjoying flexible dining options across campus and the city.

国产传媒 in NYC Building

Housing Information

Residential Requirement

Students participating in the 国产传媒鈥揘YC undergraduate semester program are required to live on campus.

As on the Nashville campus, residential living is considered an integral part of the undergraduate 国产传媒 experience. The 国产传媒 in NYC residential community is intentionally designed to foster connection, collaboration, and engagement throughout the program.听

Explore the sections below for important details about housing, including residence halls, the application process, and key requirements. Visit the Arrival page for move-in details, including dates and arrival logistics.

  • Residence Halls & Room Setup

    Student housing on the 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.
      • A limited number of single rooms are available within these units.
    • One in-unit bathroom shared by all occupants.

    Additional furnishings available to all residents include modular furniture (twin xl bed, desk, chair, and dresser).

    Common kitchens and lounge spaces are available to residents.

  • Housing Application & Assignments
    • April 9鈥�17: Housing Application available.
    • Within the housing application students will:
      • Sign the 国产传媒 - NYC housing contract
      • Complete a lifestyle questionnaire听
      • Submit roommate preferences (if applicable)

    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.

  • Renter's Insurance Requirement

    is required. You will need a separate renter's insurance policy for your time at 国产传媒鈥揘ew York City. We recommend reaching out to your insurance agent directly to ensure you meet the University鈥檚 insurance requirements.

Dining Information

At 国产传媒鈥揘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

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

Quick Links

Questions? Email us at vu.nyc@vanderbilt.edu