Depaul USA Opens Student Residence in Denver
The new North Capitol Hill facility provides housing and support for college students facing homelessness.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Financial Aid
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Depaul USA has launched a new student residence in Denver to provide stable housing for college students experiencing homelessness. The facility in North Capitol Hill houses up to 15 students while offering resources like employment assistance and financial literacy workshops.
Why it matters
The program addresses housing insecurity among students, aiming to help them maintain academic progress and reach independence. By providing a safe living environment, it serves as a bridge for students to remain in school and ultimately secure permanent housing.
The Denver facility has a capacity for 15 residents, contributing to a total annual capacity of 110 students across 11 national programs. Residents are required to maintain good academic standing and work at least 10 hours per week.
The players
Depaul USA
This nonprofit organization operates housing programs and support services to assist individuals and students experiencing homelessness.
The details
Located in an 1890s brick building, the residence facilitates student stability through onsite food pantries and health referrals. Participants are selected through an interview process with Dax Program staff to ensure alignment with program requirements.
Timeline
The Dax Program launched in 2015.
The Denver student residence opened on October 15, 2026.
Culture Shift
This initiative directly addresses the 14% rate of homelessness identified among 74,350 students in The Hope Center report. It signals a shift toward specialized institutional support systems to mitigate the impact of housing instability on educational attainment.
Eligible students in Denver can apply for residency to stabilize their living situation while balancing part-time work and academic requirements. Residents benefit from reduced-cost monthly rent and onsite support services designed to promote long-term self-sufficiency.
The takeaway
Securing stable housing is a foundational requirement for students to complete their degrees and exit cycles of poverty. Interested students should evaluate their eligibility against the program's work and academic maintenance requirements.
Further reading
Learn more about support for students by visiting the Financial Aid section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Next City.
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