Housing Options

Welcome to CMU housing

 

At Central Michigan University, we offer a variety of housing options to fit your lifestyle and needs. Whether you’re looking for a traditional residence hall experience, a suite-style room or a graduate housing apartment, we have something for everyone.

Explore our 17 residence halls, three residential communities and graduate housing options to find your perfect home on campus:

Residency requirements

 

National research shows students who live on campus have higher grade point averages, are more satisfied with their college experience, are more engaged in co-curricular experiences and are more likely to graduate than students who live off-campus.

All first- and second-year students are required to live on campus. Those who reach the four-semester requirement at midyear are required to complete the full term of the contract for the academic year (fall and spring semester).

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE RESIDENCY POLICY

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Maintenance requests

Need repairs or have other issues with your residence? Submit a maintenance request using your CMICH log-in through the work request system.

SUBMIT MAINTENANCE REQUEST

Want to compare residence halls?

We know choosing the right place to live is an important decision. Every resident has access to laundry facilities, residential dining and private bathrooms. Click the button below to download a PDF and explore the amenities and unique features of each residence hall.

DOWNLOAD TO COMPARE OUR RESIDENCE HALLS

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East Community

A diverse community for freshmen and returning students, student-athletes and international students. East Community is open during breaks.

Aerial view of Celani Hall on the campus of Central Michigan University, captured from a drone. The residence hall is surrounded by lush green grass and trees, with clear blue skies above and a fountain outside.

Celani Hall
Side view of Emmons Hall showing a red brick facade and a decorative concrete stairwell panel.

Emmons Hall 
Aerial view of Fabiano Hall on the campus of Central Michigan University, captured from a drone. The residence hall is surrounded by lush green grass and trees, with clear blue skies above and a fountain out side.

Fabiano Hall
Two red brick residence buildings and a walkway between them, part of Herrig Hall complex.

Herrig Hall
Angled view of Saxe Hall with a tall glass stairwell, light stone siding, and bike racks near the sidewalk.

Saxe Hall
Woldt Hall sign in front of a red brick residence building with a tree and light-colored stairwell wall.

Woldt Hall
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South Community

A close-knit community for freshmen and returning students located in the heart of campus, just across from the Student Activity Center.

Front entrance of Beddow Hall, a red brick residence building with shrubs and a concrete path.

Beddow Hall
Front entrance of Merrill Hall with glass doors, white canopy, and surrounding landscaping.

Merrill Hall
Sweeney Hall's red brick exterior with tall windows, shaded by a large tree and bordered by a lawn.

Sweeney Hall
Front entrance of Thorpe Hall with glass doors, curved canopy, and small shrubs near the walkway.

Thorpe Hall
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Towers Community

An energetic, suite-style housing option for freshmen and returning students. Enjoy a vibrant, community-oriented atmosphere.

Aerial shot of Campbell Hall on a sunny day.

Campbell Hall
Aerial view of Carey Hall on the campus of Central Michigan University, captured from a drone. The residence hall is surrounded by lush green grass and trees, with clear blue skies above.

Carey Hall
Aerial view of Cobb Hall on the campus of Central Michigan University, captured from a drone. The residence hall is surrounded by lush green grass and trees, with clear blue skies above.

Cobb Hall
Aerial view of Kesseler Hall on the campus of Central Michigan University, captured from a drone. The residence hall is surrounded by lush green grass and trees, with clear blue skies above.

Kesseler Hall
Aerial view of Kulhavi Hall on the campus of Central Michigan University, captured from a drone. The residence hall is surrounded by lush green grass and trees, with clear blue skies above.

Kulhavi Hall
A high angle view of Troutman Hall on a sunny day.

Troutman Hall
Aerial image of Wheeler hall on Central Michigan Universities campus with green grass and red trees.

Wheeler Hall
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University Apartments

Experience a unique apartment setup designed for graduate and upper-class students! Enjoy spacious living, all utilities included and a quick, easy walk to class—your perfect blend of convenience and comfort.

University Apartments

Inclusive and specialized housing communities


Three students standing around a pool table and playing pool while chatting in a residence hall at Central Michigan University.

Living Learning Communities

Live with students who share your interests. Focusing on everything from areas of study to public service and beyond, our living learning communities give you a built-in support system.

LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITIES & RESIDENTIAL COLLEGES

Gender inclusive housing

The Office of Residence Life, the Office of LGBTQ Services and Gender Equity Programs and the Division of University Engagement and Student Affairs (UESA) are committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, including those whose gender identity and/or expression differs from the sex assigned to them at birth.

Applying for Gender-Inclusive Housing means that each student assigned to the living space will agree to share that space regardless of assigned gender at birth, legal gender, or gender identity. All students who are eligible to live in the residence halls can choose to live in gender inclusive housing. Students who request gender-inclusive housing should understand gender identity and gender expression and actively seek to contribute to inclusion in their community. 

Students interested in Gender Inclusive Housing will apply for this in the Housing Preferences step of their housing application. 

For information on Gender Inclusive Housing options, contact:

  • Office of Residence Life: 989-774-3111
  • LGBTQ Services and Gender Equity Programs: 989-774-3637
Image of five students sitting on a couch in a residence hall room as they wear CMU t shirts and are working on their laptops, smiling. There is a pink light behind them.
A female rides a red bike across campus in the summer, passing in front of a large bioscience building.

Accessibility options

We are committed to providing accessible housing options to meet the needs of all students.

LEARN ABOUT ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES

How to get packages and mail

 

Thinking of sending your student a card or care package? Check out the information below to make their day a little brighter.

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How to address your package

Use the address format below to make sure your package gets to your student. You can also find their specific residence hall address.

Student's name
[Building name] – [Room/Unit number] 
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858-####

VIEW HALL & APARTMENT COMMUNITY ADDRESSES

Where to pick up mail and packages

Residence hall students 

  • Paper mail: Students can access their paper mail in their mailbox, which they can open using their room key. 
  • Packages: All packages are delivered to the hall's front desk. Students will receive an email notification at their CMICH email once their package is ready for pick up. 

Apartment community students 

  • Paper mail: Students can access their paper mail in their mailbox, which they can open using their mailbox key.
  • Packages: All packages are delivered to the building via the carrier. 

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