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2026-27 Housing Application
New fall and summer admits can begin the on-campus housing application process for the 2026-27 academic year on Tuesday, February 10, at 8:30 a.m. in the Housing and Dining Portal. The priority filing deadline for students who have been out of high school for less than two years is May 1.
Housing Contract Renewal
On-campus living contract renewal for the 2026-27 academic year opens in the Housing and Dining Portal for current students on Tuesday, February 17, at 8:30 a.m. and closes on Sunday, March 22, at 11:59 p.m. This applies to students required to live on campus. Students will receive an email with details about the process in early February.
Summer Housing at Illinois State University
Students taking summer courses can enjoy affordable Summer Housing with furnished rooms, Wi-Fi, laundry access, and a location close to classes, dining, and campus resources, making it easy to focus on academics while still enjoying campus life.
University Housing Services also welcomes camps, conferences, and special events throughout the summer. From convenient check-in and on-campus dining to comfortable accommodations and shared spaces for connection, we help make every summer event simple and successful.
Whether you’re here to learn, teach, collaborate, or host, University Housing Services offers a safe, supportive, and connected place to stay.
The Summer Housing contract process opens March 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. To apply, visit the Housing and Dining Portal. For questions, please call (309) 438-8611.
Learn more and reserve your space by heading to our Summer Housing page.
Important Dates
Spring Break
- Watterson, Wright, and Haynie close and reopen at the following times:
- Saturday, March 7 | Halls close at 2 p.m.
- Sunday, March 15 | Halls reopen at 2 p.m.
Move Out
- Saturday, May 9 | All halls and on-campus apartments close for the summer at 2 p.m.
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