The Colony
Interested in joining the largest residence community on campus?
Looking for community-style living with easy campus access? Find it at The Colony.
The Colony is CBU’s largest living area, designed for upperclassmen. The Colony offers a fulfilling living experience while fostering meaningful connections.
The Colony is divided into three sections — North, East and West Colony. While the apartments look the same in each section, students can choose to be closer to the Health Science Campus in West Colony, Yeager Center in North Colony or the music and engineering buildings in East Colony.
Residents can enjoy a variety of events, programs and gatherings throughout the semester, making Colony a community focal point.
The Colony Photo Gallery
Browse through the gallery below and see photos of the living area.
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The Colony
The Colony is CBU’s largest living area on campus. Unit sizes include 1 bed, 1 bath; 2 bed, 1 bath; and 2 bed, 2 bath.
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Get Outdoors
The Colony offers all the amenities of a traditional apartment complex, including onsite basketball courts.
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Basketball Court
Meet your friends on the court for a pickup game on weekends or between classes.
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Outdoor Living
Community barbecues invite you to gather with your friends to dine al fresco!
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Cleaning Up
A centrally located laundry room at the Colony offers plenty of machines as you catch up on chores. Don’t forget your quarters!
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Kitchen
From midnight snacks to Sunday feasts, these kitchens are ready for whatever you're cooking up.
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Kitchen
Electric ranges and full-size refrigerators provide residents with plenty of space to prep and cook at home.
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Kitchen
All the tools, all the vibes — everything you need to cook, create and crush it in the kitchen.
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Dining Room
Dining rooms include a table and chairs, providing a flexible space for eating, game nights and Bible study.
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Bathroom
Whether a solo unit or shared, bathrooms provide plenty of counter and cupboard space to get your morning routine dialed in.
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Living Room
Living rooms come fully furnished, ready for you to relax after a long day in class.
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Living/Dining Room
An open floor plan in the living and dining room makes hanging out with friends convenient.
The Colony Amenities
Units include a one bedroom, one bathroom; two bedroom, one bathroom; or two bedroom, two bathroom and feature:
- Coed living separated by building
- Kitchen with refrigerator, stove/oven and dishwasher
- Wireless internet and digital cable
- Central A/C and heating
- Centrally located laundry facility
- Pool, pool house, central patio area, BBQs and basketball court
- Card-swipe access to units
- Quick access to the historical Hawthorne House and open garden
- Large grassy areas to enjoy the California weather
CBU apartments and dorms come fully furnished. Colony apartments include:
- Extra-long twin bed, desk, chair and dresser per resident
- Dining table and chairs
- Sofa, armchair, coffee table, end table and lamps
- Bookcases or entertainment center
The Colony Video Tour
The Colony Virtual Tour
The Colony Floor Plans
Next Steps
Eager to join the Colony community? Learn more on the housing portal.