TRANSPORTATION SEPTA Train: Jenkintown-Wyncote Station 3 Greenwood Ave. Jenkintown, PA 19046 This station is served by: Airport Line Warminster Line West Trenton Line Lansdale/Doylestown Line
We encourage students to begin researching housing opportunities in early spring prior to the start of classes in order to ensure comfortable living arrangements. For assistance and more information, please contact the Office of Admissions by email at admissions@salus.edu and use the MySalus Student Portal (accessible to matriculated students) for a variety of resources.
SEPTA Bus: Route 55 - Bus stop on Old York Rd. Willow Grove and Doylestown to Olney Transportation Center
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES & WEBSITES
HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES
Salus Local Area Guide - salus.edu/area-guide Campus Philly - campusphilly.org Visit Philadelphia - vistphilly.com Uwishunu Philadelphia - uwishunu.com Eastern Montgomery Chamber of Commerce - emccc.org Valley Forge Visitor & Convention Bureau valleyforge.org
Disclaimer - This brochure is intended for the sole use of students and prospective students of Salus University; it is a tool to assist in the housing and roommate search. Salus University does not screen, visit, investigate, authenticate, or endorse housing or transportation options herein listed.
Salus University is fortunate to be located in an area that boasts ample, affordable living accommodations and easily accessible public transportation. While there is no on-campus housing, there are a variety of options for Salus students within close proximity to the Elkins Park campus. The Office of Admissions is available to assist students with finding housing and roommate opportunities and to provide you with support throughout your relocation process to the greater Philadelphia area.
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE MySalus Student Portal The MySalus student portal, which can be accessed from the Salus website, provides several resources for matriculated and current students, including a housing and roommate match service under the Student Housing site. Once you accept a seat in the entering class, you will receive a username and password to access MySalus and the housing site. The site contains a list of more than 50 locations where you can rent a room/apartment. Prices range according to amenities, size, etc. Many of the listings are public, but there are also private listings from Salus University employees who prefer renting to Salus students.
Most of the Salus University student body live within a 10 mile radius to the Elkins Park campus. Some live within walking distance; however, many students drive or carpool to campus (parking is free). You may also want to expand your search outside of this radius to find the living arrangements that best suit your preferences. Be sure to keep in mind typical traffic conditions and commute times.
AREAS CLOSE TO SALUS
SEARCHING FOR A ROOMMATE? In addition to finding places for rent, the Student Housing site (under the Student Affairs tab within the MySalus portal) allows you to create a profile so that you can find someone with similar lifestyle preferences regarding neatness, study habits, carpooling, etc. You will be able to see other students’ preferences as well as their class year and preferred budget.
Student Housing Site Tips:
The following neighborhoods are in close proximity to Salus University’s Elkins Park campus:
Abington Chestnut Hill Elkins Park
When searching for a roommate, you will be able to view all information provided by students who have already registered. Information changes frequently, so it is advisable to check the housing site often until you have made your arrangements. The site is refreshed with new information for the upcoming cycle each January.
Glenside Huntingdon Valley Jenkintown Willow Grove Wyncote
Class Facebook Groups Each program will have an accepted student Facebook group page that includes members of the program’s current first year class council, as well as other accepted students. Feel free to meet your future classmates (and potential roommates) and ask current students for tips on housing. Please note: Links to Facebook pages can be found on MySalus.