Depaul USA Opened Student Home in Denver

The new facility in Capitol West provides stable housing and resources for students navigating homelessness.

Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Financial Aid

Depaul USA Opened Student Home in Denver

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Depaul USA has opened a home in Denver to support college students experiencing homelessness. The program serves as the fifth site nationwide for the nonprofit's Dax Program.

Why it matters

The program addresses the critical challenge of housing instability among young adults, which often serves as a significant barrier to completing a college degree.

The Denver facility houses 15 students aged 18 to 25 who pay approximately $200 in monthly rent. This location marks the fifth Dax Program site in the U.S. since the initiative launched in 2015.

The players

Depaul USA

This nonprofit organization manages the Dax Program and focuses on providing housing and support services to individuals experiencing homelessness.

Regis University

This private Jesuit university in Denver collaborates with the housing program to identify and refer students in need.

MSU Denver

Metropolitan State University of Denver works with the housing initiative to help assess and support students experiencing housing instability.

The details

The facility in the Capitol West neighborhood operates through referrals from Regis University and MSU Denver. Students residing in the home gain access to employment assistance, financial literacy workshops, and dedicated case managers.

Depaul USA opened the first Dax house in Chicago in 2015.
Depaul USA held a ribbon-cutting for the Denver home on September 24, 2026.

Culture Shift

The expansion reflects a broader shift toward institutionalized support systems for students facing housing insecurity. By formalizing these networks, the initiative follows a model established by the Dax Program's 84% student retention rate.

Eligible college students in Denver can now access stable, low-cost housing in Capitol West to support their academic goals. Students must be enrolled at least half-time to participate in the program and utilize its support services.

The takeaway

Stable housing is a foundational component for students aiming to complete their education. Maintaining consistent enrollment remains the primary requirement for those seeking to benefit from this support model.