Frequently Asked Housing Questions
Spring 2023 FAQs
When do the residence halls and apartments close for the spring semester?
The residence halls and apartments close promptly at 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 6.
Fall 2023 FAQs
How can returning students change their housing assignment?
Students may sign up for the Wishlist if they do not receive their housing of choice.
Students must have a housing assignment to sign up on the Wishlist and
will be contacted by phone if we are able to accommodate their request.
When is the first housing payment due?
The first housing payment of $350 is due May 1. Learn more about the first housing payment.
When is online housing selection for incoming students?
You will receive an email in May to your CMICH email account with how and when to select your housing assignment online in your housing application. Housing selection will take place in June.
How do I change my meal plan?
You can change your meal plan in your housing application.
When will I find out my roommates?
Roommate information will be sent to your CMICH email by Friday, Aug. 4.
What is my on-campus address?
When is move-in?
The tentative move-in date for first-year and transfer students is Friday, Aug. 25.
The tentative move-in date for returning and apartment students is Saturday, Aug. 26.
Learn more about fall 2023 move-in.
When do the residence halls close for Thanksgiving Break?
The residence halls close promptly at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 22.
Residence halls in the East Community (Celani, Emmons, Fabiano, Herrig, Saxe and Woldt Halls) remain open during Thanksgiving Break. CMU Dining operations are closed. Kitchenettes are available throughout the halls.
The residence halls reopen at noon on Sunday, Nov. 26.
When will the residence halls close for the fall semester?
The residence halls close promptly at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16. Residence halls in the East Community (Celani, Emmons, Fabiano, Herrig, Saxe and Woldt Halls) remain open during semester break. CMU Dining operations are closed during breaks. Kitchenettes are available throughout the halls.
The residence halls reopen at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 7.
When will Northwest Apartments and Graduate Housing close for the fall semester?
Students who do not plan to return for the spring semester must move out by 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16. The apartments remain open during semester break for those registered for the spring semester.