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Basic Needs Hub

Housing Services

Student Housing Assistance Programs

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Emergency Short-Term Housing

Students may be eligible for 1-3 days of free housing while waiting to get into other housing. Interested students can fill out a CARE referral for themselves

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ARCS Program

The Affordable Rent for College Students (ARCS) program provides half-priced rent and a waiver of all entry barriers, mimicking Section 8 and LIHTC-funded housing which specifically exclude college students

To refer yourself or another person to ARCS, please submit a CARE Referral

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College Housing Northwest

Provides convenient, low barrier, affordable housing for post-secondary students in the city of Portland

Additional Housing Resources

  • Utility Bill Grant Program: This is a program with the Oregon Energy Fund to provide utility support up to $300. For more information, contact the Basic Needs Hub.
  • 211.org: 211 connects you to expert help. Every call is completely confidential.