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Summer Housing

Summer housing for 2026 will run from May 15 – August 3, 2026 in The Osprey. Assignments are made based on availability and student eligibility to live on campus. All summer assignments must stay for a minimum of 30 nights unless the student can demonstrate that their summer course is 3 weeks or less.

Roommate Requests Unavailable

Due to limited availability, summer assignments are not eligible for roommate requests.

Eligibility Requirements

To live on campus for the summer, you need to meet one of the following criteria:

  • Taking summer classes (Online or in-person, for any session, with any number of credits)
  • Working or having an internship on campus
  • Be an enrolled Boise State student for the Fall 2026 term and working in the Treasure Valley area during the summer

Preference is given to students who have a Fall 2026 housing assignment, are taking summer courses, or are working on campus

How to Apply

The summer housing application will open on March 9, 2026. Students must provide documentation of summer employment, internship, or class registration. The application fee is $50. Summer billing will post to student accounts during the first week of May. Students will be notified of their official room assignment during the week of summer move in.

  • Depending on availability, summer housing assignments are subject to change at any time prior to move in.
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Housing Rates

Term SessionMove-InMove-OutNightsRoom Rate
Summer 2026May 15, 2026August 3, 202680$2,960 ($37/night)

If you don’t need to stay for the entire summer, you will be able to select the dates for which you need housing in the summer application.

  • Payment plans are available for summer.
    • First Payment is due 5/25
    • Second Payment is due 6/25
  • Note: Residents staying less than 30 nights (in a single stretch) are subject to Idaho Hotel/Lodging Taxes of 13%.

Once students have completed a summer housing application and received a summer assignment, there is no need to complete an extended stay application for Spring 2026. Students will remain in their room until their summer assignment is ready. Extended stay rates will still apply from Sunday, May 9 until summer move in. Summer housing assignments should be ready by May 15.

Building Overview

The Osprey is the facility used for summer housing. There are 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person options.
Bonus: It’s less than a block from Ann Morrison Park and just down the street from downtown Boise.

The Osprey building

Parking

Limited parking is available in an on-site parking garage. If you’re bringing a car to campus, you can purchase a parking pass near your residence. Permits can be purchased through Transportation and Parking.

House Rules

  • No smoking
  • No drugs or alcohol
  • No pets

See complete Policies and Standards

Amenities

  • Furnished Bedrooms
  • Kitchen Facilities
  • Furnished Lounges
  • Fitness Center
  • In-Suite Laundry
  • Communal Study Rooms
  • Spacious Courtyard and Firepits

Gallery

Floor Plans

Please note: Floor plans are intended for illustrative purposes only. There are variations of dimension, layout and amenities within each community.

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath

Full kitchen in suite

Two bedroom two bathroom floor plan
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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath

Full kitchen in suite

3 bed 2 bath floor plan
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4 Bedroom, 4 Bath

Full kitchen in suite

4 bed 4 bath floor plan
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4 Bedroom, 3 Bath

Full kitchen in suite

4 bed 3 bath floor plan
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The Osprey Location