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Housing

Resident Advisers

Housing and Residential Experience values the many ways our student staff are involved across campus. We know you’re balancing academics, employment, and other commitments, and we’re here to support your success and well-being.

We encourage all Resident Advisers (RAs) and Head Resident Advisers (HRAs) to be thoughtful about their time and commitments so they can thrive in each area. While we celebrate your involvement, student staff roles are an important responsibility, and we expect them to be prioritized after your academic commitments.

Team photos of the RA staffs.

Resident Adviser Opportunities

Housing and Residential Experience reserves the right to adjust required dates, responsibilities, or compensation based on departmental and university operational needs.

You may view the current job descriptions for the Resident Adviser and Head Resident Adviser opportunities below:

Application Timeline & Process

Currently closed and not accepting applications. 

2026-2027 Mandatory Dates

These dates are tentative until the 2026–2027 academic calendar is finalized, but they fall within the typical timeframe for fall training and move-in. Applicants should communicate these dates early with summer employers, internship sites, or other commitments to ensure availability.

Housing and Residential Experience may adjust required dates, responsibilities, or compensation based on departmental and university operational changes. Any changes will be communicated to the 2026–2027 RA/HRA team, along with available options.

For questions about how this role may impact your financial aid, contact the Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships.

  • Fall 2026 Move-In & Training

    Move-In & Training

    • Student Staff Move-In: Aug. 8 - 10
    • HRA Training: Aug. 11, 9 a.m.
    • RA Training (New & Returning): Aug. 11, 5 p.m.
    • Fall Building Prep/Opening: Aug. 11 - 25
  • Fall 2026 Semester
    • First-Year Move-In: Aug. 22
    • Winter Break Closing: Dec. 1 - Dec. 20
  • Spring 2027 Semester
    • Spring Training: Jan. 6, 5 p.m. 
    • Semester Closing: Apr. 25 - May 16

For questions, email Selection and Training at ResidentialExperience@vanderbilt.edu. 
Please allow at least three business days for a response.Â