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CLS On-Campus

Supporting Students
Strengthening Institutions

At CLS Living, we believe on-campus housing is more than a residence—it’s a powerful foundation for student success, campus culture, and institutional reputation. We partner with universities to deliver seamlessly integrated operations and student-centered communities that elevate every part of the on-campus experience.

A Trusted Leader
In student housing management

CLS brings consistency, care, and expertise to every student interaction—creating communities that uplift residents and reinforce university excellence. As a 4-time recipient of a SHB innovator award, we know how to curate exceptional resident experiences.

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A Trusted Leader in Student Housing Management

ORA Award

A national recognition for exceptional online reputation score.

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Certified Training
in 5-Star Hospitality

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Proven to foster a high-trust, high performance workplace culture.

Supporting every step of the student journey through a national platform built on experience, service, and results.

Units

10,300+

Beds

32,000+

Markets

37

Combined Leadership Experience

150 Years

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A Strategic Partner
For campus-aligned operations

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Leaders in student housing, from day one.
Student housing is where we started—and where we continue to lead. We bring decades of experience, operational precision, and an unmatched understanding of what it takes to create environments where students succeed.

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Tailored solutions with a partner mindset.
CLS works as a true extension of your team—aligning with institutional goals, adapting to campus culture, and delivering results with seamless communication and stakeholder confidence.

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The hospitality edge
We’re the only operator in the country built on five-star hospitality training. Our teams are equipped to deliver concierge-level care, vibrant communities, and residence life programming that helps students flourish—inside and outside the classroom.

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Accounting you can rely on.
From P3 structures to day-to-day reporting, our financial operations are built for clarity, accuracy, and trust. We understand the complexities of public-private partnerships—and deliver the rigor you expect.

A Holistic Approach
To Residence Life

CLS On-Campus designs residence life programming that supports academic success, personal growth, and a strong sense of belonging. Our approach goes beyond events—we create meaningful experiences that foster connection, resilience, and life skills.

Every program is thoughtfully aligned to your institution’s goals, calendar, and culture—whether we’re enhancing first-year transitions or supporting upperclassmen leadership. From interpersonal development to wellness and academic support, our residence life strategy meets students where they are—and helps them thrive.

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Introducing CLS’s proprietary platform for operational efficiency and high-performance execution — built to help every asset reach its full potential.

Real Performance.
Real Results.

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CLS transformed The Essential, Johns Hopkins' affiliated housing, into a thriving community despite initial challenges. Their seamless transition brought swift stability, blending public-private objectives with a strong focus on student engagement and a true sense of home. CLS’s innovative management approach has not only elevated The Essential’s performance but also ensured resident satisfaction, making it a standout property in every way. This showcases CLS’s ability to deliver exceptional results in both private and P3 projects.

- Kim Wyatt, General Counsel, Executive Director of P3 Foundation

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We turned to CLS because we knew that they’d bring an owner’s perspective to operations and be our best possible partner in generating value for our investors. I wouldn’t call them third-party managers, but partners in the truest sense of the word.

- Neil Rubler, Founder and CEO My Vessel

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The CLS team exemplifies professional student housing management. It’s refreshing to work with such seasoned individuals who demonstrate an incredible team approach.

- Steven Walker, RPC Realty Capital

Let's set a new standard
together

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