In order to live in University Housing, a student must be registered at the University and must be at least 17 years of age at the time of commencement of their residence hall occupancy. Requests for exceptions to the minimum age requirement may be submitted to University Housing Services for review by the director. Admission and/or enrollment to the University does not guarantee eligibility for on-campus housing. If you have any questions, please contact University Housing Services at (309) 438-8611.
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Housing Requests
Students may apply for an Exemption to the On-Campus Housing Policy which states students must live in University Housing for their first two years out of high school. Students that have been out of high school for two or more years that wish to live in University Housing may submit a Request to Live in On-Campus Housing. All of these processes are in the Housing and Dining Portal. Admission to the University does not guarantee a space in on-campus housing.
Steps for Submitting Contract
Summer 2024 and Fall 2024 First Time in College Admits
- Visit the Housing & Dining Portal.
- Once you have logged into the portal, select Manage Your Housing at the top of the portal homepage to begin.
- Follow the first steps to complete your housing contract, as well as make your initial payment. You will need a credit or debit card to make your initial payment. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover cards. A payment confirmation can be printed after submitting your initial payment.
- You have the opportunity to tell us about yourself by creating your personal profile.
- You can begin roommate matching immediately if you have a preferred roommate who has submitted their housing contract.
- Students who met the priority filing date of June 1 were eligible to select a room in late-June.
Important Dates
New Fall 2024 Students
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Early February
The Housing and Dining Portal opens for new students to submit housing contracts, initial payments, and exemptions.
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June 1
If you are a required first time in college student, you are guaranteed a randomized online room selection date and the ability to roommate match with fellow transfer students if you submit your housing contract and your initial payment by and including June 1. Transfer students who meet the June 1 priority filing date qualify for a randomized lottery where some students will be allowed the opportunity to roommate match and select a space in the apartments.
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June 17 - 21: TLLC Selection Dates
Qualifying students for TLLCs receive priority room selection.
Monday, June 17 at 8:30 a.m.: Honors, IT, Co-Sciences, I-House, Leadership
Monday, June 17 at 2:00 p.m.: Music, Fine Arts, Rainbow, Big Red Marching Machine
Tuesday, June 18 at 8:30 a.m.: Business, Nursing, Health Sciences and Wellness, Academic and Career Exploration
Tuesday, June 18 at 2:00 p.m.: Teacher Education, Special Education, Math, Social Work
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June 24 - July 5: General Room Selection Dates
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July 5: Transfer Room Selection Dates
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July 8 - July 10: Manual Room Assignments for First Time College Students and Transfer Students will be made
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July 11: Final Placements will be emailed
Returning Residents - Fall 2024 Contract Renewal
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Early-July
Students who mised the contract renewal period will be assigned to available rooms using their room preferences.
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July 11
Placements are announced, including room and roommate information.
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July 15 - July 19: Manual Room Assignments will be made for late returners