International Students Living in the United States

Finding a comfortable place to live is sometimes a source of concern for incoming graduate students. There are many housing accommodations available for lease in the Hamden and North Haven areas. 

Connecting with other incoming students on social media is another way to find potential roommates and/or housing accommodations. You can find links to the current semester's accepted student WhatsApp chat in the International Q-Start portal. 
 

Off-Campus Housing Resources 

Quinnipiac works with a private company, JumpOffCampus, to provide a central place for students to find off-campus housing.

If this is the first time you are looking for off-campus housing, or maybe need some additional helpful hints, then check out this tutorial and many helpful resources for navigating the U.S. off-campus search in the Learning Center created by JumpOffCampus. 

The Office of International Students & Scholars has prepared an Off-Campus Housing Guide for International Students. This helpful guide explains the housing search, a glossary of housing terms, considerations for renting, how leases work, safety tips, and much more. It is a beneficial resource when navigating the rental market in the U.S. for the first time.
Download the guide (PDF)

More Resources when Renting 

• In My Area: A guide for internet, TV and utility services in the area
• Rental Insurance: Reviews.com guide to best rental insurance in the area 
• Transportation at Quinnipiac: Shuttle, parking, and bicycle information for Quinnipiac students 
• CT Transit: Schedules, routes, and fare information about CT Transit, the public bus system in Connecticut. The site also offers a "Plan your Trip" feature.