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!
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.
To be eligible for Summer campus housing you must:
*If your reasoning does not fit under any category, please email Residence Life at reslife@uis.edu.
The process current residence hall and upperclassmen students follow to submit a housing contract for the following academic year and choose a space is known as 鈥渉ousing renewal & selection.鈥� As a current resident, if you fill out your housing contract by the application deadline, you will have priority over new students to select a room for the next academic year.
Thank you for considering the University of Illinois Springfield Department of Residence Life during your college search!
We are excited to welcome you to UIS on-campus housing! A large piece of the UIS experience is living on campus with Residence Life. All UIS students are welcome to make their home on-campus.
5/23/25 : Transition Day for current residents - Located in HCOM - Receive keys to Summer assignment and begin moving
5/27/25 : Summer Transition Moves must be complete by noon
5/26/25 : Memorial Day; University Holiday - HCOM Closed
5/30/25 : Move-In Day (New Applicants ONLY)
6/2/25 : Summer Classes Begin
6/19/25 : Juneteenth; University Holiday - HCOM Closed
7/26/25 : End of Summer Semester
Apply for Housing at the University of Illinois Springfield now!
UIS Department of Residence Life operates separately from admission to UIS, so students MUST contact the Department of Residence Life to apply for or change their housing contract.
The UIS housing contract is a legally binding contractual lease agreement, and should be considered a commitment for both the fall and spring semesters.
Q How do I apply for housing?
A If you are a UIS Student, you will need to follow the New Student Application Process.
Make the most of your time at UIS by becoming part of the Residence Life team! You'll gain valuable leadership experience, build meaningful connections, and develop skills that will set you up for success beyond college.