Do Life Better. Together!

The co.space is a global network of homes for world-changers. We take driven students and experienced changemakers and place them all together under one roof. We then give them one goal: to go and make the world a better place.

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Applications are open for those interested in living in the home for the Fall 2015 – Spring 2016 school year. Please visit the apply page to learn more about the process, key dates and to begin the online application. 

WHERE DO I START?

General

About – Anything related to what we do, why we do it, and how it’s done.

Homes – Details on the State College home and plans for scaling globally.

People – The faces behind the scenes; residents, directors and sponsors.

Apply – Timelines, costs, and details for future applicants and parents.

Blog – Stay up-to-date on all the latest news and weekly video blogs.

Contact – We’d love to hear from you if you have further questions

Students & Millennials

What does the co.space do for me?
We connect you to a community of like-minded individuals who can help you uncover your passions and best apply them in the world. This is more than just a place to live, but rather a place to uncover life-long friends and invaluable mentors. Learn more…

Am I a good fit?

We look for individuals who who are curious, committed and confident. We look for people who understand the importance of living in community. And most importantly we look for people who give a damn and want to do something about it. Learn more…

How do I apply and what does it cost?
So you’re intrigued…great! Applications open May 15th and include an application form with short answers and an in-person interview in October. All tenants pay $700/month for the all-inclusive experience. Learn more…

Parents

What is the co.space and how will it improve my child’s success?

The co.space is an opportunity for your son or daughter (and future world-changer) to be surrounded by the mentors, connections and tools needed to find a meaningful job upon graduation. We are not just a house, we are an active support network that chooses to live together intentionally and in community. Learn more about what happens in the home.

What is social innovation?

Social innovations are new ideas that address pressing environmental, economic and social issues in bold new ways. For a video overview of the concept, check here, for some examples of social innovation, check here, and for a daily articles on social innovation, check here.

What’s our credibility?

The co.space was incubated by New Leaf Initiative, a social innovation incubator based in State College, PA. Over the course of development, the co.space has received numerous awards. For a full list of awards and testimonials, view here.

What’s the costs involved for my child?

Students pay $700/month to live in the home. For a full breakdown of what this covers and further details, please view here.

Universities & Communities

What does the co.space do and how does it improve our community and university?

The co.space provides innovative and collaborative housing to students and young professionals. We are designed to bridge the efforts happening between universities and local communities. As an innovative home for millennials, we attract creative young professionals to communities that otherwise suffer from brain-drain. Through the home, we create environments that encourage start-up ideas to transition from the university into the community. To learn more, view our about page.

Where is the co.space located and how do I launch one?

The co.space is currently located in State College, PA – but we are actively pursuing future locations. To learn more, view here.

What is social innovation?

Social innovation are new ideas that address pressing environmental, economic and social issues in bold new ways. For a video overview of the concept, check here, for some examples of social innovation, check here, and for a daily articles on social innovation, check here.

What’s our credibility and track record?

The co.space was incubated by New Leaf Initiative, a social innovation incubator based in State College, PA. Over the course of development, the co.space has received numerous awards. For a full list of awards and testimonials, view here.