Spring 2026

Prospective residents should expect to complete the application form linked below, including two letters of recommendation. The next stage of the process involves a two-round interview process with current residents and the Columbia Catholic Chaplain.

Ford Hall will begin considering applications for the Spring 2026 semester on November 10, 2025. Applications are due December 1, 2025. 

The application form can be downloaded here

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Summer 2026

Ford Hall also welcomes temporary residents during house vacancies during the summer. Summer Residents must be Catholic and either be completing an internship in New York or engaged in an activity integral to the completion of their studies or launch of their career.

Ford Hall will begin considering applications for the Summer 2026 semester on March 1, 2026. Applications are due April 1, 2026. Decisions will be released on April 15.

The application form can be downloaded here.

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Please reach out to fordhallcolumbia@gmail.com to submit the applications and for any additional inquiries about the process.