Students who reside on campus have a variety of living options within the 11 traditional residence halls and two apartment-style complexes. All campus communities are staffed with resident assistants who provide support to students in day-to-day university life by providing opportunities for engagement and learning. Residential areas are overseen by a professional live-in staff member and supported through a 24/7 on-call structure.
First-year students are assigned to residence halls based on their First-Year Seminar (FSEM) class and benefit from the first-year experience program that gives them the opportunity to connect with fellow students, peer mentors, and faculty advisors. Upper-class students self-select their housing through an online housing portal and can choose from a variety of options.
All traditional residence halls are equipped with lounges, fully equipped kitchens, and study areas. Rooms are furnished with extra-long double beds, desks, desk chairs, and dresser and closet space. Eagle Landing and the UMW Apartments contain fully furnished apartment units and are available to sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students.
Students residing in all traditional residence halls and apartment complexes may register to stay during breaks within the academic year, based on need and availability. Students seeking summer housing must be engaged in academic coursework or a UMW-sponsored program to be eligible.