If you’re a new CUW student, start the housing process by completing the StarRez housing application (also located in the student portal).

  • First-Round Room Assignment Deadline: Friday, May 15
  • New Student Move-in: Thursday, August 20 (see full schedule)

Housing Application

Room assignments

Be default you will be assigned a room based on probable matches from the profile answers within the application. For those who complete the housing application before the first-round deadline, room assignments will be posted on your StarRez application summary page by the end of May.

Roommate selection

If you’d prefer to select your roommates, you can return to your application and look for a friend any time before May 15.

Please note:

  • Roommate requests must be accepted, and roommate groups must be verified.
  • Since most new student halls have triple rooms, roommate groups are limited to 3.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I search for other incoming freshman roommates?

Navigate to the Groups section of the Portal. There is a Group for CUW New Students.

What if my application is completed after May 15?

For applications completed after May 15, room assignments will be posted on the StarRez application summary page by the end of June and July.

When is move-in day?

New students move in to their new homes on campus the Thursday prior to the start of classes between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

What if my professor or coach requires me to arrive early?

A schedule of approved early arrival dates is set each year. Click here to view the latest move in schedule.