The closest New York City student housing is Urban 1288, just an 8-minute walk away.
Rockefeller University student housing typically ranges from $920 to $7,859 per month.
Rockefeller University’s September intake typically begins in early September, and the Spring intake begins in January.
Lexington Avenue–63rd Street is a 10-minute walk from the campus.
For the September intake, start looking in January or February at the latest. Rooms within walking distance of campus sell out quickly.
Rockefeller University offers a limited number of university-owned residences & that’s why many students choose to live off campus. Through amber, students can explore a variety of Rockefeller University off-campus housing options. Rent for Rockefeller University housing typically starts at around $920 per month & can exceed $7,859 per month. One popular nearby option is Urban 1288, located at an 8-minute walk from campus.
Rockefeller University was established in 1901 and is located at 1230 York Avenue, NY 10065. It is internationally renowned for pioneering research in Biomedical Sciences, Neuroscience, Immunology, Genetics, Cell Biology, Chemistry, & Computational Biology. The university has 250 PhD students & more than 1,000 faculty members. Its distinguished community includes 26 Nobel Prize laureates & members of the National Academy of Sciences.
Finding Rockefeller University student housing is easy with amber. It offers students access to a range of modern housing options across Manhattan. From private studios to shared apartments. Some of the best Rockefeller University apartments are:
| Property | Price | Distance from Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Urban 1290 | From $4,477/month | 0.4 miles |
| E 59th St | From $2,700/month | 0.9 miles |
| Urban 62 | From $4,612/month | 0.7 miles |
| Urban 1435 | From $7,859/month | 0.8 miles |
Rockefeller University's campus has excellent public transportation. The Lexington Avenue–63rd Street subway station is a 10-minute walk from campus & 68th Street–Hunter College station is 12 minutes on foot. Nearby MTA bus stops like York Avenue & 1st Avenue are located within a 6-minute walk. Students can travel throughout New York City using OMNY contactless payment or a MetroCard, with the standard subway currently set at $2.90 per ride.
The Graduate Students' Association (GSA) represents student interests & wellness initiatives throughout the year. Popular groups include the Science and Society Club, Rockefeller Out in Science (RiOS), the Women in Science at Rockefeller community, & the International Student Association. Students can also participate in seminar series, career development workshops, outreach programmes, and interdisciplinary networking events.