CCS students enrolled in the MSt degree program must complete five summer residency courses. These courses involve a week-long intensive residency on the NSA campus in Moscow, Idaho. Many students enroll in two courses in a given summer term, which allows them to complete the residency requirement in as few as three summers. The residency week involves close interaction between students and faculty in seminars that run daily from morning to evening. The week of summer residency also includes gatherings for collegial fellowship.
Pullman: less than 10 miles away, but expensive, with few flights. Lewiston: 35 minutes away, less expensive, and more flight choices. Spokane: 90 miles away, less expensive, and a good choice of flights. Seattle: 5-hour drive to Moscow. Inexpensive flights with numerous options.
*New Saint Andrews College does not provide transportation to and from airports. For transportation from Pullman and Spokane airports, contact the Wheatland Express. Lewiston also provides a shuttle service into Moscow. Transportation from Seattle will require a rental car.
If you’re not renting a car at the airport, rest assured that Moscow is very walkable. If you’ve chosen the Monarch Motel for lodging, your walk to the school will be less than one block. The Best Western is 1.4 miles away and the Fairfield Inn & Suites is 0.9 miles away, and there is a free local bus stop near each one.
Our address is 405 S Main St., Moscow, ID 83843, but our parking lot is at 505 S Jackson Street (less than one block west of our building). Please enter by the door on Main Street.
Not sure where to stay in Moscow? In addition to the numerous Airbnb options you can find easily online, here are some hotel options that are close to the campus.
The Best Western Plus University Inn has a convenient restaurant on-site and an indoor pool/spa while being located within close proximity to grocery shopping, a mall, and a walking path. The hotel is exactly 1.4 miles from the NSA campus. Their rate varies widely based on occupancy rates, so be sure to check the rate just before you make your reservation. They also offer complimentary shuttle service to the Pullman Airport. (Link)
This Moscow hotel is located adjacent to the University of Idaho and offers free Wi-Fi and a daily hot breakfast. An indoor swimming pool is available for guest relaxation. This hotel is located exactly 0.9 miles from the NSA campus. Their rate varies widely based on occupancy rates, so be sure to check the rate just before you make your reservation. (Link)
The Monarch Motel is a locally owned boutique motel. This property is less than a block from NSA, has been completely renovated very recently, and often has low rates. Just steps away from downtown restaurants and shops. Be sure to check the rate just before you make your reservation. (Link)
NSA’s graduate classes are business casual attire. Evening functions are modest casual attire. Moscow can have very hot, sunny summer days, but the nights cool off enough that a sweater or light jacket may be in order. NSA is air-conditioned, as are most restaurants and cafes, but the summer weather is often nice enough to eat or have coffee outdoors.
The Sword and Shovel Coffeehouse & Bookstore, by New Saint Andrews College, specializes in serving coffee and providing students and patrons with a charming place to gather and enjoy a nice conversation with their friends/family, study for school, or browse the floor-to-ceiling bookshelf with an assortment of books and merchandise. Here, you can find many New Saint Andrews College retail goods, including branded apparel, coffee mugs, engraved glasses, etc.
Moscow has numerous activities to offer visitors. It boasts a vast range of dining options despite its small size. From award-winning eateries to cozy local favorites and ethnic cuisine, you'll find plenty of choices for any meal, and it offers a variety of options for quenching your thirst. Moscow is a renowned "foodie" town, thanks to its community of innovative chefs and restaurateurs.
If you're looking to explore the landscape, we recommend walking or biking the Latah Trail or take an easy hike to explore Idler's Rest, located just outside of town. Planning to stay for the weekend? We recommend visiting our Farmer's Market on Saturday(May-Oct) and catching a sermon at a local church on Sunday.
