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Living on campus is an exciting part of our campus community, whether you are a First-Time Freshman, Transfer or Graduate Student. University Student Housing at Mississippi State has a variety of housing options that are sure to accommodate your needs.

Once you have been admitted to the university, we encourage you to apply for housing. First-time freshmen are encouraged to apply for housing prior to April 1 to maintain their Housing Priority. Transfer students interested in applying for University Student Housing will be housed based on available bed spaces.  *There is a $100 non-refundable processing fee to apply for housing. 

Housing Application Steps

Please note the Housing Application consists of the following steps:

Be admitted.

Only students admitted to the university can apply for University Student Housing.

MSU NetID and Password.

Use your MSU NetID given to you by the Office of Admissions and Scholarships in your admission offer to establish your MSU NetID password at MyState.

Housing Application Portal.

The Fall/Spring Housing Application will continue to be available to admitted students into the Fall semester. Select the Fall / Spring application and complete each section. Click Submit My Application on the final step of the application process.

*If students are starting in the Spring, the Housing Application will open the beginning of October.

Housing Application Portal

Housing Priority Deadline.

The Housing Priority Deadline for First-Time Freshman is April 1. The Housing Priority Deadline for Transfer and Graduate Students is March 31. Students submitting their Housing Application after these date will be considered late applicants. The Housing Contract will open for First Time Freshman on April 2 in their Housing Application on the housing portal.

Online Room Selection
(OLRS).

First-Time Freshmen who have signed a Housing Contract will be able to select their rooms online during their allotted timeslot. Timeslots are assigned based on when they applied to the University as well as completing their Housing Application and Housing Contract by the specified dates.. First-Time Freshmen select rooms in May. 

Policies & Procedures

Move-in
(MVNU2MSU).

All students with housing assignments will be able to participate in MVNU2MSU (Movin' You to MSU). Students will be able to sign up for a move-in time slot in late July. The student will be able to select an open date and time for the centralized move-in process. It is a fun day to make new friends and get settled into your new home away from home!

Testimonials

I knew Cresswell Hall was home from day one. My RA and the entire residence life staff has made me feel at home since move-in day. I can't imagine living anywhere else!
- Jaylen Mayfield, from

Waynesboro, MS
United States

The best parts about living in Dogwood are the open spaces and the great community! Being able to go out in the common areas and hang out and study in an inviting environment makes me feel more connected with the other students living here!
- Kennedy Coffin, from

Norfolk, VA
United States

Herbert fosters an environment that is filled with residents that really believe and encourage one another. Herbert is so much more than a residence hall, it's a family.
- Reg Hawkins, from

Itta Bena, MS
United States

My experience in Nunnelee was great for many reasons, but especially because of the hall staff. They planned unique and exciting programs us!
- Gabby Favre, from

Bay St. Louis, MS
United States

New Applicant

Once you have been admitted to the university, we encourage you to apply for housing. First-time freshmen are encouraged to apply for housing prior to April 1 to maintain their Housing Priority.  Upper division and transfer students interested in applying for University Student Housing will be housed based on available bed spaces.  

Apply Now! for housing at MSU

Continuing Student

Continuing Residents who wish to continue living in University Student Housing can apply through the Housing Portal for the Renewal Selection Verification Process (RSVP) beginning the first day of Spring term classes to the end of January. Upper-division spaces are limited and are available through a lottery process. See details here. 

Apply for RSVP to continue housing at MSU

Summer Housing

Summer Housing Applications will be available in the Spring of each year to Students enrolled in Summer Sessions.

Apply for Summer Housing

Winter Break Housing

Winter Housing Applications are available in November of each year. Winter Housing is available only to current fall residents who are taking Winter Session classes and wish to remain on campus during that time. 

Apply for Winter Break Housing

College View

College View is a partnership development that gives Upper-Division students the option of university-housing apartment living. 

Explore College View