For the 2025-2026 academic year, there are five Upper Class Themed Housing Communities that continue to foster students’ connections to both Lehigh and the greater Bethlehem community. Upper Class Themed Communities are open to rising 3rd, 4th, and 5th year undergraduate students during the housing selection processes.
Classical Education (Ars Sapientiae) - A community that fosters a vibrant living-learning environment for students passionate about literature, debate, and the liberal arts, and classical education encouraging open dialogue and intellectual growth.
Outdoor Enthusiasts -Nestled amidst mountains and woodlands, Lehigh beckons outdoor enthusiasts with its plethora of outdoor activities. Our mission, encapsulated in the GREEN principles - Growth, Retention, Enthusiasm, Events, and Nature - is to forge robust connections with the outdoors, promote preservation efforts, lead responsibly, host inclusive events, and champion the ethos of leaving no trace.
Music Appreciation Community -This community fosters a vibrant, supportive, and inspiring music environment at Lehigh, uniting musicians for collaboration, practice, and diverse musical exploration, while also aiming to positively impact the wider community through performances and outreach.
STEM - A community for students looking to enhance their knowledge of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics outside of the classroom and develop the skills necessary to be chosen leaders in their field. Note: If you are in the RARE program, you are required to live within this community during your second year