Plan Ahead for a Purpose-Filled Future
A thoughtful way to secure priority access – and begin building connections before you move.
Friends House is currently fully occupied. When residences become available, they are often selected quickly.
Circle of Friends offers a structured way to plan for your future – securing priority consideration while giving you the opportunity to get to know the campus, the rhythm of daily life, and the people who make this community what it is.
For many future residents, it’s not just about reserving a home. It’s about becoming part of the community before the move ever happens.
What Is Circle of Friends?
Circle of Friends is the Friends House Future Resident Program for individuals who are considering making Friends House their next move – even if that move is a year or more away.
With a refundable deposit, you receive:
- Priority consideration when your preferred residence becomes available
- Advance notification of openings before they are released publicly
- Invitations to select community events and programs
- Opportunities to begin building relationships before move-in
- Membership that remains active until you move
This allows you to prepare intentionally, without urgency or pressure.
Get to Know the Community Before You Move
One of the most meaningful aspects of the Circle of Friends Program is the opportunity to connect with Friends House in advance.
Members are invited to special gatherings and on campus events throughout the year. It’s a way to:
- Meet future neighbors
- Experience daily life on campus
- Learn how residents shape committees and activities
- Build familiarity and comfort at your own pace
By the time a residence becomes available, many members already feel a natural sense of ease moving forward.
Who Typically Joins?
Most Circle of Friends members are:
- Independent and active
- Planning ahead rather than responding to a crisis
- Interested in preserving choice and timing
- Looking for a community aligned with their values
They are not waiting.
They are preparing.
Planning Ahead, In Their Own Words
“Circle of Friends allowed us to plan on our schedule. We appreciated the opportunity to get to know the campus and its residents before making a decision. When the time came, we felt prepared.”
— previous Circle of Friends member and current resident
How It Works
- Complete the Circle of Friends application.
- Secure your priority position with a refundable deposit.
- Receive early notification when residences that match your preferences become available.
- Move forward when the timing feels right for you.
The Circle of Friends Program provides clarity and structure – so decisions can be made calmly and deliberately.
Ready to Learn More?
If Friends House feels like the right fit – even if the timing isn’t immediate – Circle of Friends offers a meaningful next step.
