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. 

Resources for Prospective Students

 
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Apply for Housing

Now Available: 2025-2026 Housing Contracts!

Secure your spot on campus—apply today! The 2025 Summer Housing Contract opens April 1st at noon.
 
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Contact Residence Life

Have any questions? We're here to help! Get in touch with the Residence Life team.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

Check out our FAQs for details on move-in, roommate requests, parking, and more!
 
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Housing Options

Explore our housing options for freshmen, upperclassmen, and graduate students!
 
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Dates & Deadlines

Stay informed with important housing dates and deadlines!
 
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Residence Life Staff

Meet the Residence Life team! We're here to support you and make your on-campus experience great.
 
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Housing Rates

Check out our current housing rates for apartments, townhouses, and residence halls.
 
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Residency Requirement & Exemption Process

All single freshmen and sophomore students under 21, not residing with parent(s) or legal guardian(s) and having earned fewer than 60 credit hours (earned after High School graduation, dual credit courses do not apply), are required to live on the UIS campus.
 
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Live on Campus Webinar

We'll cover how to apply for housing, roommate selection, the residency requirement, what to bring (and what not to bring), and much more! Login in with your UIS Application Status page credentials.
 
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Living Learning Communities

Live and learn with peers who share your interests! Explore our Living Learning Communities for academic support, social events, and a connected residential experience.
 
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Visit UIS

Schedule a visit, explore webinars, and learn more about what UIS has to offer!

 

360 Tour of UIS Lincoln Residence Hall (Freshmen Residence Hall)

Campus Life & Resources

Move-In Guide

The Move-In Guide for new students is a great resource for both students and parents before move-in day! It covers everything you need to know, including move-in times, directions, and a checklist of what to bring (and what to leave at home).

Getting Around Springfield

The Springfield Mass Transit District provides bus service between downtown, the main campus, housing, and Lincoln Land Community College.

AMTRAK allows for fairly inexpensive travel to many places including St. Louis and Chicago.

Community Handbook

Leadership & Employment Opportunities

Residence Life offers a variety of great student worker positions with flexible scheduling and a supportive work environment! Explore the roles we hire for throughout the year:

  • Resident Assistants
  • Senior Resident Assistants
  • Desk Attendants
  • Snow Crew (seasonal)
  • Cleaning Crew

Interested? Learn more and apply by visiting our Leadership and Employment Page

Other Resources