On-Campus Housing

Students can choose to stay in campus dormitories, or in any of the many hotels or campgrounds nearby.

The College is a zero-emissions campus, with solar power, and composting toilets. Most of the dorms have a shared bathroom. Staying on campus is a sure way to catch all of the jam sessions that carry on into the wee hours!

We utilize several different buildings on the COA campus. Some are newer and some older, and all have their own charm. Each room has a twin bed (or more if shared,) dresser or closet, and a desk. There are shared common rooms and fully equipped kitchens on the ground floor for your use, and you’ll also share a bathroom with others (even if you have reserved a single room.)

Off-Site Lodging

There are many lodging options (hotels, motels, cabins, airbnb, VRBO, campgrounds, bed & breakfasts) within walking or a short drive’s distance from the COA campus.  Camping is not permitted on the COA campus.  We invite you to search Google Maps which yields many results, and to explore the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce’s comprehensive list of accommodations located here.