Graduate Housing at Lehigh

Lehigh University offers a number of on-campus housing options for graduate students and provides resources to help you look off-campus as well. On-campus housing in Saucon Village, Packer House, and 230 W. Packer is filled via a lottery process and is not guaranteed. Read about the application process, explore your options, and reach out to the Housing Services Office with any questions.

On Campus Graduate Housing Options

Exterior photo of Saucon Village

Saucon Village Apartments

  • Unfurnished
  • Studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, and 3 bedroom apartment
  • Air-conditioned
  • Suitable for families

Packer House

  • Single bedrooms in a shared house
  • Community kitchen and common spaces
  • Air-conditioned
  • Shares building with Graduate Life Office
  • Single gender - male-identifying students

230 West Packer House

  • Single bedrooms in shared house
  • Community kitchen and common spaces
  • Air-conditioned
  • Single gender - female-identifying students

Additional Graduate Housing Options and Resources

SouthSide Commons

The Official Housing Partner of Lehigh University

  • All utilities included, fully furnished, and moments from campus
  • Private bedrooms, in-unit washer/dryer, and central heat and air
  • Game room, study lounges, 24/7 fitness center, and unlimited free coffee

Lehigh Real Estate Services

Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Student Rental Housing. View offerings and visit the website for more details.

Places4Students

Explore off-campus rentals, sublets, and roommate profiles in the Bethlehem Area.


Graduate Housing Calendar Fall 2026

DateTimeAction itemsNotes
Monday, October 19th Saucon Village A/C Cover Installation begins this weekSchedule will be sent to residents in advance
Friday, October 30th Lease Renewal Period BeginsStudents with leases ending 12/31/2026 will be sent instructions on how to renew
Monday, November 16th Lease Renewal Period Ends 
Monday, November 16th9 AMWinter/Spring Housing Lottery OpensApplication opens to current and incoming graduate students and current residents who wish to move units.
Monday, November 30th9 AMWinter/Spring Housing Lottery Closes 
Monday, November 30th Winter/Spring Housing Lottery numbers emailed to students 
Monday, November 30th Begin collecting updated Roommate Agreements for Spring Semester 
Tuesday, December 1st Winter/Spring Housing Lottery offers begin 
Tuesday, December 8th Winter/Spring Housing Lottery waiting list information sent outStudents will be emailed more information if spaces remain available
Tuesday, December 15th End collecting updated Roommate Agreements for Spring Semester