The GSC sponsors two separate living communities for students at Carleton: QTBIPOC House and Rainbow House. Students may apply to live in either of the houses during their sophomore, junior, and senior years.

Applications to live in QTBIPOC and Rainbow House during the 2025-26 academic year are now closed. Should a vacancy open, we will advertise and re-post the application below.

Applications Closed

QTBIPOC

QTBIPOC is a living and learning community focused on the queer & trans students who identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of color experiences. The community is intended for students interested in living together and building a community that fosters belonging and raises awareness of history and culture. All are invited to participate in the intentional educational and social programs provided by the house members.

Rainbow House

Rainbow is a living and learning community focused on the LGBTQIA+ experiences. Students interested in living together and building a community that fosters belonging and raises awareness of history and culture. All are invited to participate in the intentional educational and social programs provided by the house members.

FAQs

Where will QTBIPOC and Rainbow House be next year?

QTBIPOC and Rainbow House will relocate to their new home in Union 5 during the 2025-26 academic year as part of the Student Life and Housing Plan.

Both QTBIPOC and Rainbow House will consist of three singles and two doubles for a total of seven (7) residents in each house.

How are residents selected?

Students who are interested in living in GSC-sponsored housing will go through the Interest House application process. Consideration for interest housing will be based on available spacing and commitment to upholding the House Charter. Decisions will be made by GSC professional staff.

What is the Spring 2025 application timeline?

  • Saturday, February 1 – Applications Available
  • Sunday, April 6 – Applications Close
  • Monday, April 21 – Initial Offers to Students

How can I learn more?

If you’re interested in learning more about GSC-sponsored housing, reach out to gsc@carleton.edu.

What are the house charters?

These charters are used to guide the house communities’ programming efforts and commitment to celebrating and supporting the students who live in GSC-sponsored housing. These charters are not static documents and may be changed based on recommendations provided by GSC staff and/or GSC-sponsored housing residents.

I’m a first-year student, what if I want an LGBTQIA+ roommate?

The Office of Residential Life & Housing coordinates housing assignments for first-year students. Each incoming first-year student will receive a housing form the summer before their first term. In this form, you will have space to specify your individual needs, identities, or concerns that might shape your housing experience. We welcome you to share what you feel comfortable sharing in this form so that Res Life is aware of your housing preferences.