Spring Move-In Dates & Check-In Information

New Students Attending Orientation, International Students, and Shorelight Students

DATE: Wednesday, January 7, 2026

TIME: Between 9am-5pm

LOCATION: Homer Butler Commons (campus map)

Fall 2026 Move-In Dates

NEW STUDENTS: Thursday, Aug. 20th, 2026

RETURNING STUDENTS: Friday, Aug. 21st - Sunday, Aug. 23rd

On-Campus Housing Addresses

AMAZON ORDERS ONLY

Please utilize the address below when ordering ONLY Amazon packages! All other orders should be placed with your normal housing address .

Example Address:

Legal First and Last Name
Homer Butler Commons (building name & #)
2325 Richard Wright Dr.
Springfield, IL 62703

Meal Plans Available to University of Illinois Springfield Students.

• Students who live in the Residence Halls MUST choose a “Signature Plan”, “Gold Plan”, or “Silver Plan.”
• Second year (Sophomore) returning students are required to purchase a meal plan, regardless of assignment.
• Juniors and above who live in the townhouses and apartments may choose any plan.
• “Bronze Plan” is the most popular and is designed for students who have a kitchen.
• View details about the 

Academic Year 2026-2027

Rates shown are per semester.

Laundry Services

All on-campus laundry services are free, though you'll need to provide your own detergent. For more details, please visit our laundry webpage.

Experience the best of college living at the University of Illinois Springfield! Choose from various housing options and enjoy awesome amenities designed just for you. It's your perfect place for a fantastic time on campus!

Contracts and Related Forms:

• Contract Renewal
• Contract Terms and Conditions
  • 2026-2027 Terms and Conditions (pdf)
  • Temporary Faculty & Staff Terms and Conditions AY 26/27 (pdf)

UIC Nursing Students, ISU Nursing Students, & Interns

We welcome you to stay with us at UIS! The Department of Residence Life is pleased to offer housing options to Approved Affiliates including: UIC Nursing students, ISU Nursing students, students who are participating in Internships in the Springfield area.