Housing, Dining & Daily Life
Live the campus experience with safe residence halls, great food, and full days that blend learning with community.
Rooms & Facilities
Students stay in Murphy Hall, with options for double rooms, single rooms, and suites. Bathrooms are primarily communal, with single bathrooms available throughout the building. Lounges and study spaces are used for evening programming.
Dining
Residential students receive breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Schott Dining Hall, plus snacks throughout the day. Blue Streak Dining accommodates most dietary restrictions—list any needs in your application.
Supervision & Safety
Residence halls are staffed by trained professional staff and Summer in The Heights Student Counselors. JCUPD (JCU Police Department) maintains a 24/7 presence on campus.
Daily Schedule
See sample schedules on the main Summer in The Heights page. Program-specific schedules will be posted as they're confirmed.
Packing
Bring comfortable clothing, walking shoes, a blanket and pillow, toiletries, and a cell phone with charger. See our Full Packing List for details.
Roommates
You may request a roommate by emailing summerintheheights@jcu.edu. After acceptance and payment, you'll receive an email with matching instructions.
