New to Housing and Transfer Students
Are you a current ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ student, transfer student, or an incoming student looking to live on campus? Living on campus will allow you to utilize academic support, make friends, and create a home at The University of Texas at El ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½.
As resident you will have the opportunity to live and connect with other residents who share common interests. Living on campus will allow you to connect with the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ community and participate in various programs and leadership opportunities that will enhance your college experience.
BENEFITS OF LIVING ON CAMPUS
- Engage - Participate in events and leadership opportunities as an active member of the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ campus community.
- Have a Higher GPA - Students who live on campus are more likely to have a higher GPA due to the accessibility of academic success and support services.
- Graduate on Time - Graduate on time by minimizing commute time and maximizing study time.
- Build New Friendships - Attend Housing and Residence Life events to learn new skills and build friendships with members of the residential community.
New Residents Application Timeline
October 15, 2025
2026-2027 Housing Application Available on the resident portal.
February 16, 2026
Room selection appointments for new residents will be published on the resident portal.
February 23, 2026 – February 27, 2026
New Resident Housing Self-Selection (Fill a Suite) on the resident portal. Mesquite, Ocotillo, and Cottonwood, Eagle, Chisos, Davis, Indio, Franklin and Whispering Springs.
March 2, 2026 – March 6, 2026
New Resident Housing Self-Selection (Any Available Bed) on the resident portal. Mesquite, Ocotillo, and Cottonwood, Eagle, Chisos, Davis, Indio, Franklin and Whispering Springs.
MArch 7, 2026 – may 31, 2026
New resident students may continue to fill out housing applications. Self-section will be available on the resident portal and students are encouraged to check the resident portal for available spaces for room selection or room changes.
March 7, 2026 – May 31, 2026
Room Change Self-Selection is available in the resident portal.
After June 1, 2026
Students who did not select a room assignment will be assigned based on the date their application is submitted. If no more spaces are available, the student will be added to a waitlist and will be assigned as rooms become available.
June 30, 2026
Last day cancel the housing application without penalty.
Take Your Next Steps
Once you are admitted to ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½, activate your ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ e-mail and visit the Resident Portal to submit your housing application. If you already have your ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ username and password you can go directly to the Resident Portal.
- Start your application
Review and sign the housing contract and submit your housing application. - Search for roommates
If you have a preferred roommate in mind, you can create a roommate group in your housing application and select to live in the same apartment. If you do not have anyone in mind, search for potential roommates via the resident portal. - Room Selection
After submitting your application you will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to select your room. You will have the option of choosing where you will live your first year at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½. - Plan for move-in day
Move-in for Fall 2026 will start August 21, 2026. You will be able to select your move-in appointment starting August 1, 2026.
FAQ
When is the deadline to submit a housing application?
There is no deadline to submit a housing application. We accept applications year round.
Am I signing a contract when I submit my housing application?