Residential Houses
The Spanish House
Perkins House is located at 122 Hillcrest Road behind the tennis courts and next to the Rohatyn Center for Global Affairs.
There are 10 singles that house nine students plus a teaching assistant. Students pledge to speak only Spanish in the house and to host a number of activities and gatherings. Both of these are required of those choosing to apply. The application period for the coming academic year occurs annually in February. Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors are welcome to apply. If you have questions about this process, please send an email to Academic Coordinator Elizabeth Kervick.
The Portuguese House
The Portuguese House has room for two students and a teaching assistant. Residents pledge to speak only Portuguese in the house. The Portuguese House hosts numerous activities throughout the year, including screenings, cafezinhos, presentations, dinners, and parties. The application period for the house opens annually in February, and rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors are invited to apply. All rooms in the Portuguese House have been filled for the 2025-2026 academic year. If you are interested in being on the waitlist for the house, please send an email to Academic Coordinator Elizabeth Kervick.
See more information about the Portuguese House.
