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The Housing Application is open for new and transfer students on October 1st. Students can apply for housing once they have been admitted to the university. 

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There are many housing options across campus. Make sure to check out all we have to offer!

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Living on campus is not just about the amenities, it’s about the community! Learn more about how you can get involved. 

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Wondering how the housing process works?

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Want to learn about getting involved in your hall or who to contact about a problem? 

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There are many services available to residents. Make sure to take advantage of all the resources. 

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Events

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Halls Close for Winter Break

Residence Halls are closed during Winter Break. Spring 2026 residents do not move their possessions out if staying in the same room, but they will not have access during the break. Students should take home anything they may need during the…

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Winter Holidays

All university offices will be closed for the winter holidays from December 23rd through January 4th. Office will reopen on Monday, January 5th. Students approved to remain on campus should contact their RA or RA on Duty as needed, or…

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Halls Open for Spring 2026

Halls will reopen to residents beginning at 2:00 pm CST on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Students may arrive after 2:00 p.m. Sunday if they have an active reservation and have either paid their account balance in full or have a payment plan…

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday

All university offices will be closed for the Martin Luther King, Jr holiday. Students should contact their RA or RA on Duty as needed, or emergency services in the event of an emergency.

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Orientation Sign-Up

Registration for new students entering Fall 2026 will go live on February 2, 2026 at 9 a.m. CT.

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Living-Learning Community Interest…

Prospective students interested in living in a Fall 2026 / Spring 2027 Living Learning Community, should express interest in their Housing Portal no later than March 1 at 11:59pm CT. Participating Colleges will notify students if they are…

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Dei Allard, Executive Director of Housing and Residence Life

We're committed to your success in and out of the classroom.

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Questions? Concerns? Feedback? Contact MSU Housing and Residence Life

Our Staff

Link to profile for Dei Allard

Executive Director of Housing and Residence Life
Phone number for Dei Allard: 662-325-3555

Link to profile for Jessica Thornton

Director for Business Operations & Guest Services
Phone number for Jessica Thornton: 662-325-3555

Link to profile for Dante Hill

Director for Facilities & Maintenance
Phone number for Dante Hill: 662-325-2569

Link to profile for Calvin Mosley

Director for Residence Education
Phone number for Calvin Mosley: 662-325-3555
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