Incoming Undergraduates
Watch this area for more information further into the academic year
2025-2026 Housing Contract is Live
Newly Admitted Students - We look forward to welcoming you to campus in September. The housing contract is now open through June 1. Learn more about the residential experience and submit your housing contract.
New and Returning Graduate Students - The housing contract will launch on March 19 at 9:00 a.m. CDT. Learn more about the Graduate Housing Application Process here.
The Latest Updates from Residential Services
Communications
Emails from Residential Services
View an archive of the latest email communications from Residential Services to current and incoming students living on the Evanston campus.
Current Events
Spring Break & Upcoming Renovations
Spring Break
All residence halls, residential colleges, special interest communities, and graduate housing remain open over the break. Undergraduates leaving for an extended period of time are asked to complete a checklist to ensure building health and safety.
Renovations in 1835 Hinman and Bobb McCulloch
Learn more about upcoming updates to these important residence halls.
Information for Students Living on Campus
Incoming Student Housing Overview
Current Undergraduates
Graduate Students
Northwestern's Residential Experience
Residence Halls
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Residence Halls
Residence halls range from as few as 25 students to larger communities of 500. Each building has its own character, spirit, and unique advantages.
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Residential Colleges
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Residential Colleges
Residential Colleges range from 40 to 250 students and are headed by a Faculty Chair. Some have a single unifying theme such as international studies while others are multi-thematic.
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Special Interest Housing
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Special Interest Housing
Special interest housing is for students who choose to live with others who share a special academic or personal interest.
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All Gender Housing
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All Gender Housing
In All Gender Housing, students-regardless of sex, gender, or gender identity-are permitted to share a room or suite.
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Graduate Housing
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Graduate Housing
Residential Services offers three residence halls for graduate students: Engelhart Hall, Garrett Place Apartments, and McManus Center.
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Residential Areas
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Residential Areas
A residential area consists of a cluster of buildings with common features, services, and staffing.
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