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Be Aware of Our Important Dates!

As you plan to arrive at DU, please keep in mind important housing application dates. Planning ahead ensures a seamless application process for you and sets you up for success as you plan to live on campus!

If you have any questions about these dates, email housing@du.edu.

  • Important Housing Application Dates

    First-Year and Transfer Students

    The following dates apply to first-year and transfer students who are new to DU!

    December 11, 2023 Phase 1 of the Housing Application becomes available.
    December 18, 2023 Phase 2 of the Housing Application becomes available.
    June 14, 2024

    Priority Deadline to submit our Housing Application

    Priority Deadline to submit an accommodation request through AccessibleDU: Student Disability Services (SDS)

    Deadline to create a Roommate Group

    July 30, 2024 Notifications of 2024-2025 Housing Assignments released.

    Rising Second-Year (Sophomore) Students

    The following dates apply to students who will be second-year students by Fall 2024.

    January 10, 2024 Housing Application becomes available.
    April 2, 2024

    Deadline to submit our Housing Application to participate in housing self-selection

    Deadline to create a Roommate Group

    Priority Deadline to submit an accommodation request through AccessibleDU: Student Disability Services (SDS)

    April 26, 2024

    Housing selection time slots are communicated to roommate group leaders

    April 29 - May 3, 2024 Housing selection period

    Rising Third and Fourth-Year Students

    The following dates apply to students who will be third-year or fourth-year students by Fall 2024.

    January 10, 2024 Housing Application becomes available.
    April 2, 2024

    Deadline to submit our Housing Application to participate in housing self-selection

    Deadline to create a Roommate Group

    Priority Deadline to submit an accommodation request through AccessibleDU: Student Disability Services (SDS)

    April 12, 2024

    Housing selection time slots are communicated to roommate group leaders

    April 15 - 17, 2024 Housing selection period

    Graduate Students

    The following dates apply to students who will be graduate students by Fall 2024.

    January 10, 2024 Housing Application becomes available.
    April 26, 2024

    Deadline to submit our Housing Application to participate in housing self-selection

    Deadline to create a Roommate Group

    Priority Deadline to submit an accommodation request through AccessibleDU: Student Disability Services (SDS)

    May 17, 2024

    Housing selection time slots are communicated to roommate group leaders

    May 20 - 22, 2024 Housing selection period
  • Review Our Housing Contract

    Your housing contract is not merely a set of terms and conditions. It outlines the rights, responsibilities, and expectations for both you and HRE. While it can be tempting to skim through agreements quickly, we encourage you to set aside time to read and understand your housing contract. It provides you with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions, and it equips you with the tools to approach any questions or concerns that may arise.

  • Room and Meal Plan Rates

    Make sure to review room and meal plan rates. These may change each Academic Year. Remember, all first and second-year students must select a residential meal plan. Third, Fourth-Year and Graduate students are not required to select a residential meal plan but may choose a commuter one.

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Applying for Housing

Learn more about how to apply for housing below.

Submit your Application

A Step-to-Step Guide

For students seeking on-campus housing, the Housing Portal is your go-to resource! This platform simplifies and streamlines the housing application process, providing confidence in meeting your accommodation needs. Utilizing the Housing Portal is essential for a seamless on-campus experience throughout your first year and beyond.

Beginning your application is as easy as "1-2-3"!

  1. Log into your Housing Portal
  2. Click on "Application"
  3. Select the period that you are submitting an application (i.e., "Academic Year 2024-2024")

We encourage you to watch the "Housing Application Walkthrough" video below to assist you in submitting your Housing Application. Keep in mind that some steps may have been reordered as we continually update based on your feedback!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to some of our most common questions.

  • How are rooms assigned?

    Learn about how residents are assigned rooms.

    Housing assignments are randomly selected for incoming first-year and transfer students based on their housing profile.

    To submit a housing application, students must complete a housing profile. This profile enables them to search for and choose a roommate while briefly introducing themselves and sharing preferences for an ideal living situation. Students do not have to choose a roommate and can be randomly assigned based on their preferences.

    All students complete a survey covering attitudes toward cleanliness, noise preferences, sleep habits, daily routines, views on overnight guests, and feelings about sharing items within the room as a part of their application. Whether a student is part of a roommate group or being assigned individually, Housing and Residential Education utilizes preferences to match students with compatible roommates and preferred residential communities.

    It's important to remember that assignments are made based on availability and may not always be your first choice.

    Rising second, third, fourth-year, and graduate students can participate in housing self-selection or be randomly assigned.

    Self-selection allows students to choose their housing assignments based on availability. They can also participate in our self-selection process as a group.

  • When are housing assignments released?

    Find out when to expect your housing assignment.

    First-year and transfer student housing assignments are typically released by the last week of July each Academic Year.

    Rising second, third, fourth-year, and graduate students who participate in housing self-selection will know their housing assignments at that time. 

    Students who did not participate in housing self-selection will receive updates about housing assignments, availability, or waitlist options after the housing self-selection period.

  • How do I check my housing assignment?

    Learn how to check your housing assignment.

    Housing assignments are communicated via your DU email and can be viewed in our Housing Portal.

    Housing assignment notifications are official DU communication and are sent to your first.lastname@du.edu email address. You can also view your housing assignment on your Housing Portal by following these steps:

    1. Log into the Housing Portal
    2. Click "Application"
    3. Click the Corresponding Academic Year (ex. "Academic Year 2024-2025"). 
    4. Click "Save and Continue"
    5. Click "Application Status" in the upper right corner

    Your housing assignment and the profile of your roommate (if applicable) will be at the bottom of the screen.

  • Will I have a roommate?

    Find out why you may have a roommate.

    It depends.

    You should always expect to have a roommate, whether they are assigned at the beginning of the academic year or during the academic year. There are some exceptions, such as being in a single room or receiving an approved housing accommodation.

  • What should I do if I need to request a housing accomodation?

    Learn about requesting housing accomodations.

    Submit an accommodation request through AccessibleDU: Student Disability Services.

    Students requesting housing accommodations for a disability or medical condition must submit their request through AccessibleDU: Student Disability Services (SDS). Housing & Residential Education will attempt to accommodate any approved accommodations communicated by SDS based on our available spaces. Learn more about housing accommodations for students.

    You should not send any medical documentation or medical professional recommendations to our Department and must start with SDS.