Fall 2025 Move-In Dates

NEW STUDENTS: Wednesday, Aug. 20th, 2025

RETURNING STUDENTS: Friday, Aug. 22nd - Sunday, Aug. 24th

Move-In Guide

Be sure to check out our Move-In Guide for all the essential information you’ll need to make your move-in day a success!

On-Campus Housing Addresses

Lincoln Residence Hall

2160 Vachel Lindsay Drive Springfield, IL 62703

Example Address:

Legal First and Last Name
Lincoln Residence Hall Room # ___
2160 Vachel Lindsay Drive
Springfield, IL 62703

Founders Residence Hall

4800 Eliza Farnham Drive Springfield, IL 62703

Example Address:

Meal Plans Available to University of Illinois Springfield Students.

• Students who live in the Residence Halls MUST choose a “Signature Plan”, “Gold Plan”, or “Silver Plan.”
• Second year (Sophomore) returning students are required to purchase a meal plan, regardless of assignment.
• Non-Second Year Students who live in the townhouses and apartments may choose any plan.
• “Bronze Plan” is the most popular and is designed for students who have a kitchen.
• View details about the 

Academic Year 2025-2026

Rates shown are per semester.

Laundry Services

All on-campus laundry services are free, though you'll need to provide your own detergent. For more details, please visit our laundry webpage.

Family Housing Requirements

Family Housing has limited availability, and is available to enrolled students who will be: 

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!

Contracts and Related Forms:

• Contract Renewal
• Contract Terms and Conditions
  • 2024-2025 Terms and Conditions
• Residence Life Handbook

UIC Nursing Students, ISU Nursing Students, & Interns

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.