Find Community and Connection in the Summer Colleges
Living on campus during Yale Summer Session is more than a place to stay. It’s a chance to experience Yale beyond the classroom. You’ll connect with students from different backgrounds, build friendships, and take part in activities that bring the summer community together.
Yale’s residential colleges are hubs of social and intellectual life, offering spaces to study, relax, explore new interests, and share experiences with fellow students. From organized activities to everyday conversations and spontaneous connections, residential life helps you make the most of your summer at Yale.
Support from Yale College Students
Every student living on campus is assigned a residential counselor, a Yale College student who helps make the transition to campus life easier and supports students throughout the summer. Residential counselors help foster a welcoming community, connect students with activities and resources, and serve as a friendly point of contact during their time at Yale.
Dining at the Residential College
Sharing a meal is a longstanding part of the Yale experience, bringing students together to connect, build friendships, and enjoy a sense of community. Dining in Yale’s residential colleges continues this tradition, offering a welcoming place to gather with fellow students. Yale’s culinary team serves a variety of dishes inspired by cuisines from around the world, from falafel and brick-oven pizza to Yale’s much-loved chicken tenders.
Exploring New Haven
Located in Connecticut between New York City and Boston, New Haven offers a vibrant mix of food, culture, and outdoor adventure. Famous for its distinctive pizza, the city is home to an exciting range of cafés, restaurants, shops, museums, and cultural attractions. Climb East Rock for sweeping views of the city and the Connecticut coastline, or explore nearby parks and waterfront spaces. Whether you're discovering local favorites, exploring the arts, or enjoying the outdoors, there’s plenty to experience beyond Yale’s campus.
Participating in YSS-Led Activities
Make the most of your summer with activities that bring the Yale Summer Session community together. Join in arts and crafts, movies under the stars, pottery painting, tea making, tie-dye, talent shows, and more. You can also sign up for off-campus adventures, from seeing a Broadway show in New York City to taking a ferry to Block Island or spending a day riding roller coasters at Six Flags. Whether you're trying something new or exploring beyond campus with friends, there are plenty of ways to make your summer memorable.
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