ROSS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE HOUSING FAMILY-FRIENDLY RESIDENCES
The Villages offers 2 convenient options for students who wish to live with a partner, child or other dependent:
RUSM on-campus family housing:
- Specially discounted 3BR family units (limited quantity, subject to availability)
- Maximum occupancy: 2 adults, 5 people total (Qualifying criteria at minimum two non-student companions for the duration of the semester.)
- If confirmed, you will be guaranteed a family unit for the length of your enrollment
Roommate assignments
Students are issued an assigned space based on eligibility, compatibility, and availability. Students should plan to meet their roommate upon arrival to Barbados.
Ross University School of Medicine housing only assigns same-gender roommates. You may be placed in a 3- or 4-bedroom unit as space permits. This living arrangement may only be maintained if all agreed parties remain enrolled and on-campus.
ROSS UNIVESITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE HOUSING BUDGET-FRIENDLY RATES
Single student pricing (per semester; prices in USD)*
- Tier 1: Bedroom and private bath in 3BR unit = $4,840
- Tier 2: Bedroom and private bath in 4BR unit = $4,640
- Tier 3: Bedroom and shared bath in 3BR unit = $4,240
- Tier 4: Bedroom and shared bath in 4BR unit = $4,040
Family pricing (per semester, in USD)*
- 3BR unit with private bath = $7,500
- NEW: $840 utilities credit per semester!
Rent includes property management, exterior and interior maintenance, personal property insurance, deep cleaning between each semester, Wi-Fi, trash pickup, monthly utility allotment (water, electric, and sewer), parking and gym membership.
*Non-student companions approved to share a bedroom in a general student unit pay a $500 per semester amenities and administration fee. In addition, student will receive a utility allotment of $175 per month
There is a one-time housing application fee in the sum of Two Hundred and Fifty United States Dollars (US $250)
ANIMAL-FRIENDLY RULES
- Animals allowed with special pet housing applications
- Dogs or cats under 40 pounds permitted with approval
- One pet per student (maximum 2 per unit)
- Fish are welcome (5-gallon tank maximum)
RUSM barbados - LIVE OFF-CAMPUS
Most RUSM housing students live at the Villages at Coverley, but we understand if you would rather live elsewhere. After the first semester, students have the option of finding alternative housing off-campus.
Please keep in mind that access to these perks are only available to students residing within RUSM Housing.
- Complimentary daily shuttle to and from campus (for students)
- Affordable rent — plus no deposit required
- Complimentary $125/month credit for electricity, water, and internet
- Fully furnished housing (including dishes, appliances and more)
- 24/7 onsite security
- Student group meeting space and student lounge
- On-site campus offices, including Counseling Services and Campus Life
- On-site RUSM events and intramural sports
FAQs
Yes. Our admissions representatives are here to assist you with information on accommodations while you attend RUSM and can help with your selection for housing.
CHOOSE YOUR OWN LIVING EXPERIENCE, ON OR OFFSITE AFTER FIRST SEMESTER
As a Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM) student, you will spend one third of your time in Barbados. Students start their first session in a dedicated student area known as The Villages of Coverley. After semester one, students can stay in the Ross University School of Medicine Housing community or select an offsite place to stay on the island.
Villages at Coverley is a vibrant housing community in Barbados for Ross University School of Medicine students.
General student housing:
- Tier 1 or Tier 2 bedroom (with private bath) in a traditional student unit
- Consent of all roommates is required beforehand
-Ross Medical School Housing BUDGET-FRIENDLY RATES
Single student pricing (per semester; prices in USD)*
- Tier 1: Bedroom and private bath in 3BR unit = $4,840
- Tier 2: Bedroom and private bath in 4BR unit = $4,640
- Tier 3: Bedroom and shared bath in 3BR unit = $4,240
- Tier 4: Bedroom and shared bath in 4BR unit = $4,040
Family pricing (per semester, in USD)*
- 3BR unit with private bath = $7,500
- NEW: $840 utilities credit per semester!
Rent includes property management, exterior and interior maintenance, personal property insurance, deep cleaning between each semester, Wi-Fi, trash pickup, monthly utility allotment (water, electric, and sewer), parking and gym membership.
*Non-student companions approved to share a bedroom in a general student unit pay a $500 per semester amenities and administration fee.
-PET-FRIENDLY RULES
- Pets allowed with special pet housing applications
- Dogs or cats under 40 pounds permitted with approval
- One pet per student (maximum 2 per unit)
- Fish are welcome (5-gallon tank maximum)
LIVE OFF-CAMPUS
Most Ross University School of Medicine students live at the Villages at Coverley, but we understand if you would rather live elsewhere. After the first semester, students have the option of finding alternative housing off-campus.
For more information, contact Admissions at https://medical.rossu.edu/contact-admissions or call our office at 754-707-5547.