Housing Information
Residential Requirement
Students participating in the 91³Ô¹ÏÍøâ€“New York City undergraduate semester program are required to live on campus.
As on the Nashville campus, residential living is an integral part of the undergraduate 91³Ô¹ÏÍø experience. The 91³Ô¹ÏÍø in NYC residential community is intentionally designed to foster connection, collaboration and engagement throughout the program.Ìý
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 will close on Saturday, Dec. 19 at noon ET.Ìý
Dining Information
At 91³Ô¹ÏÍøâ€“New York City, there isÌýno traditional meal plan. Your dining experience is powered byÌýCommodore Cash, which gives you the flexibility to eat how and where you want in one of the world’s most dynamic food scenes.Ìý
One Account, Endless Options
WithÌýCommodore CashÌýas your all-in-one dining account, you’ll have seamless access to on-campus options, neighborhood favorites and delivery platforms across New York City.
- ConvenientÌý– Mobile, cashless payments across NYC
- FlexibleÌý– Use your funds anytime, anywhere you choose
- ConnectedÌý– Works with Grubhub and local merchants
Commodore CashÌýis your all-in-one dining currency—accessible through your mobile Commodore Card—and replaces a traditional meal plan in NYC.
Important: Commodore Cash isÌýnot preloaded. You are responsible for adding funds to your account.
Use it to:
- Order from Grubhub restaurants
- Make purchases at Chelsea merchants
Add funds anytime at .
Three Ways to Eat in NYC
Vandy Provisions Café
Operated by Felfel, a global leader in premium self-service workplace dining, Vandy Provisions Café is 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’s food scene from anywhere.
- Taste of Chelsea
Taste of Chelsea brings your 91³Ô¹ÏÍø dining experience into the surrounding neighborhood. Use Commodore Cash through your mobile Commodore Card at participating restaurants, cafés and other local businesses in and around Chelsea.
Whether you are grabbing breakfast before class, meeting friends for dinner or discovering a new neighborhood favorite, Taste of Chelsea gives you more flexibility to dine beyond campus and experience New York like a local.
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Participating locations include:
- Hummus & Pita Co. – Fresh Mediterranean bowls, pitas and platters.
- Judy Z’s Sports Tavern – Sports-bar favorites in a lively neighborhood setting.
- Cookshop – Seasonal American dishes made with fresh ingredients.
- Zucker’s Bagels & Smoked Fish – Classic New York bagels, smoked fish and sandwiches.
- La Sandwicherie – French-inspired sandwiches, paninis and crêpes.
How to pay: Use your mobile Commodore Card and select Commodore Cash at participating locations. Add funds anytime at .Ìý
Participating merchants and availability are subject to change. Additional locations may be added throughout the semester.
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