Housing Options: Harper-Tubman House/Lord Baltimore Hotel

As you prepare for the Fall 2026 housing process, we want to provide an important update regarding Harper-Tubman Residence Hall.

Harper-Tubman is one of Morgan’s legacy residential buildings. As part of our ongoing commitment to advancing the residential experience, Harper-Tubman is undergoing a comprehensive renovation. The building will retain its rich historic exterior. However, the interior will be fully modernized to provide an enhanced living-learning environment supporting students’ personal and academic success.   

As with many preservation and renovation projects involving legacy buildings, the careful work required to honor the structure’s history has presented complexities that have resulted in an adjusted timeline. As a result, Harper-Tubman will not be ready for student occupancy at the start of the Fall 2026 semester.

To ensure continuity of housing for Fall 2026-Spring 2027, only upper-class and transfer students will be eligible to reside in Harper-Tubman. In support, the University has arranged temporary accommodations at the Lord Baltimore Hotel (LBH) beginning in August. Students will reside at LBH until Harper-Tubman is completed and ready for occupancy, which is anticipated to be in mid-November. Students residing in LBH for this period will have exceptional amenities to include a reduced meal plan, double room occupancy with in room bath, transportation, laundry facilities, and dining options in the Hotel at a cost. Students may also have their clothing professionally laundered for an additional fee. Additionally, in recognition of this temporary arrangement, students assigned to Harper-Tubman will receive a $500 housing credit for the Fall 2026 semester.

In mid-November the University will coordinate and provide moving support for students from LBH to Harper-Tubman. This transition is projected to be executed from November 13-15 in advance of student departures for the Thanksgiving Holiday.  

As we seek to make these special arrangements as convenient and amenable as possible, below, are answers to common questions that you may have:

1. How do I apply for the Harper-Tubman – LBH option?

When you enter the housing portal for Self-Selection you will see a designation listed as H/T – LBH. Note, you will be automatically assigned to a double room in LBH until you transition to Harper-Tubman in mid-November. During Self-Selection, the available spaces shown will reflect your permanent housing options in Harper-Tubman for the remainder of the Fall 2026 semester and the Spring 2027 semester. Be reminded that you will transition from LBH to Harper-Tubman November 13 - 15.

2.   What is the room and board rate for the Harper/Tubman – LBH housing option for the Fall 2026?

The Fall 2026 room rate for Harper-Tubman-LBH is (*5,884.00) for double occupancy. The board rate is (*1,000.00 Dining Dollars). Additionally, note that when you enter the housing portal for Self-Selectionyou will see a designation listed as H/T – LBH. Be reminded that you will transition from LBH to Harper-Tubman November 13 - 15.

3. Will my room and board rate for the Harper/Tubman – LBH housing option change when I move into Harper-Tubman in November?

            No, not for the remainder of the Fall 2026 semester

4. Will my housing cost change?
   Students assigned to Harper-Tubman for the Fall 2026 semester will receive a $500 housing credit and reduced meal plan in recognition of the temporary housing arrangement. However, for the Spring 2027 semester students will be charged the full room rate (*6,384.00) for double occupancy and the required Silver Anytime Dining Plan (*2,847.50). Please visit the University BURSAR website for more information regarding rates for other room configurations.

*Please be advised that rates are subject to change    

5. Will I need to arrange my own move from LBH to Harper-Tubman?
    No, the University will coordinate and provide moving support to assist students with the transition from LBH into Harper-Tubman.
6. Can I request reassignment to another residence hall?
   Students may follow standard housing reassignment procedures. Please note that availability in other residence halls may be limited.
7. Who should I contact with additional questions?
   Please contact the Office of Residence Life & Housing at reslife@morgan.edu for further assistance

We recognize that changes in housing timelines can raise questions, and we are committed to communicating clearly and supporting students throughout this process. Additionally, we will provide details regarding logistics and other important information as it relates to this temporary arrangement as we get closer to the transition date. We look forward to a renewed residential experience in the new Harper-Tubman residence Hall. Please know that we appreciate your flexibility and partnership.

Additional Building Specs:
Style: Traditional
A/C: Central Individual
Bathrooms Style: Adjoining Suite

Contact Information:
Justin Hall
Interim Resident Director, Harper-Tubman House
Justin.Hall@morgan.edu
443.885.6006 (front desk)
443.885.3982 (office)