Welcome to Residence Life & Housing! 

Living on campus and getting involved in the residential community can be one of the most rewarding experiences of college for our students! Our staff strive to create welcoming and inclusive environments that support students’ academic, personal and social endeavors.

Keep reading to learn more about life on campus and stay up to date on current housing information.

What's coming up or Happening Now

Processes in Residence Life & Housing that are coming soon or are open now

Saturday, August 23, 2025 First Year Student Move In from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sunday, August 24, 2025 Returning Student and Transfer Student Move In from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday, October 17, 2025 Resident Assistant & Apartment Assistant applications open
Friday, November 21, 2025 Residence halls close at 7 p.m. for Thanksgiving break
Sunday, November 30, 2025 Residence halls reopen after Thanksgiving break
Friday, December 12, 2025 Resident Assistant & Apartment Assistant applications close
Monday, December 15, 2025 Residence halls close at 10 p.m. for end of fall semester
Students walk past storefronts and apartments on Main Street

Looking to move off campus?

Check out some helpful resources we've compiled for finding off-campus housing and living in the Newark area.