On Campus Housing - CGS Residence Hall

About the Pierce College Residence Hall

Your time outside of class is just as important as your time in class. Studies have shown that students who live in campus housing tend to get more out of their college experience and often earn higher grades.

The Center for Global Scholars (CGS) is traditional campus housing for both domestic and international Pierce College students. CGS values both student independence and a student's need for community. It is a safe residential facility with events/programs and 24/7 assistance that provides opportunities to create meaningful relationships and grow leadership skills that support a student's academic success and personal development.

CGS is conveniently located next to the bus stop and is a 10-minute bus ride from the Pierce College Fort Steilacoom campus. CGS is less than a 5-minute walk from a grocery store, various restaurants, Starbucks, Dollar Store and other convenient local services.

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Request a Housing Application

• See our Housing Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

Benefits of Living in Campus Housing

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• Promotes safety and security while providing independence
• Provides easy access to campus and community resources
• Opportunity to learn about other cultures and lifestyles, form lifelong friendships, and create lasting memories
• Community-based educational and social events and programs
• Leadership and cross-cultural opportunities
• Research has shown that students who live in campus housing do better academically
• Students often highlight their living experience and the leadership opportunities they gained as a result of living at CGS on their university transfer applications and on job applications

Room and Building Description

 

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Room Furniture

• Twin XL bed (bedding not included)
• Nightstand
• Wardrobe
• Small personal drink refrigerator
• Dresser
• Desk and chair
• Kitchen storage and shared refrigerator space

Building Amenities

• Laundry room
• Community activities
• Community kitchen and dining room
• Small personal drink refrigerator
• Quiet room
• TV lounge
• Storage space
• On-campus gym membership
• Shared use of dishes, pots, pans, etc.
• Covered outdoor BBQ and picnic area
• Wi-Fi and a wired internet connection
• Outdoor courtyards
• Bike storage
• 24/7 staff support

All utilities are included in the room costs.

Room Types and Quarterly Costs

Double rooms are the most common type of room within CGS. There are a limited number of single and triple rooms. All rooms are fully furnished and equipped. A student's specific room type and roommate request will be given when possible, but cannot be guaranteed.

Room Details

• Single Room: Limited availability. Average of 121 square feet. No roommate.
• Double Room: Most common. Average of 208 square feet. One roommate.
• Triple Room: Limited availability. Average of 231 square feet. Two roommates.

Room Costs

Gender-Inclusive Housing

CGS is committed to Pierce College's vision of creating equity, inclusion and positive student experiences by providing students housing options that are inclusive of all gender identities. Gender Inclusive Housing (GIH) is a great option for those for whom their sex assigned at birth does not match their gender identity, those who may be discovering their gender identity, those who do not wish to identify themselves by gender, allies of LGBTQIA+, and students who may feel more comfortable with a roommate of a different gender.  

Students who select this option in campus housing may share a room, hallway and community bathroom with students of any gender, gender identity, gender expression or sex. New and returning students interested in gender-inclusive housing should check the gender-inclusive housing option in the student interest section of the online application. Only applicants who specifically choose gender inclusive housing will be assigned to these spaces. GIH is not intended for students to live with a romantic partner and we strongly discourage this choice for anyone applying to live in the residence hall. 

For questions about gender inclusive housing options or for more information please contact our Housing Team at residencelife@pierce.ctc.edu.

Important Dates to Remember

Housing Agreements

• Download CGS Housing Agreements

Three-Quarter Housing Agreement Duration

• The three-quarter academic agreement automatically renews for the fall, winter, and spring quarters unless notification of cancellation/termination is given by the specified deadlines.
• Refer to the housing agreement for cancellation and termination policies and deadlines.

Eligibility

1. Be at least 18 years of age or older at the time of move in.
2. Pass a criminal background check.
3. Be enrolled as a Pierce College student in at least 6 credits per quarter.
4. Maintain academic eligibility to enroll in classes at Pierce College.
5. Students who fall below the 6-credit minimum at any given time in the quarter will need to meet with the Director of Housing & Residential Life or designee to discuss remaining at CGS.
6. Previous quarter's housing charges must be paid in full prior to the start of the next quarter to remain eligible for housing at CGS.

Married students and students with children are not eligible; we recommend applying to apartments in the area.

How to Apply

As soon as you are admitted to Pierce College, you are eligible to complete a residence hall application.

• Applications are accepted year round and rooms offered on a space-available basis.
• CGS does not require a housing deposit.
• A $150 non-refundable application fee is required. Payment of the application fee is the last step in completing a housing application. You may submit your application without the application fee, but the application will not be finalized without the fee.
• Complete our online form to request a housing application.
• Domestic students will complete a background check after submitting their application. Pierce College may not automatically or unreasonably deny an applicant's admission or restrict access to campus residency based on an applicant's criminal history in compliance with RCW 28B.160.020 and SB 6582. See the housing agreement for more information on criminal offenses.