Your Time to Live on Campus is NOW!

Make the most of your college experience by living where everything happens! From academic support to social events, campus housing offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community.

2026/2027 Housing Contract

Live on campus with us and apply today for the 2026/2027 Academic Year!

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New Student Move-In Fall 2026

New Student Move In Day is Thursday, August 20. Find everything you need to know to prepare for move in this fall.

Move-In Day Information

Stay Connected!

Stay connected with us on social media! Follow our Residence Life accounts for the latest updates, event announcements, and campus highlights. Don't miss out on important information and ways to engage with your community!

Facebook: uisreslife

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Residence Life Handbook

The Residence Life staff is dedicated and committed to providing you with a safe, clean living environment and developing an informed, responsible community. For questions not answered here, please contact your Resident Assistant or Resident Director; or visit, call, or email the Department of Residence Life in the Homer Butler Commons.

Residence Life Handbook (pdf)

Contact Us

Phone:
(217) 206-6190

Email:
reslife@uis.edu

Postal Mail:

Department of Residence Life Central Office University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, MS HBC1
Springfield, Illinois 62703

Regular Academic Year and Holiday Hours

Visit our Contact page for more info and our main office hours of operation

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