Housing

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Discover your passion. Build your community.

Living on campus at Iowa is an experience like no other. Learn in a diverse environment. Gain access to unique hands-on opportunities. Create genuine connections that last.

Live on campus Residence Halls Current Students

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Apply

Create your community, succeed in academics and connect with the university campus.

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Dine

Discover fresh ingredients, homemade classics and eat whenever it fits your schedule.

Work

We're the largest employer of students on campus. Find a position that fits your lifestyle.

Register for fall break

Fall break is free of charge, but requires registration.

Submit your fall break plans by Nov. 20 at noon.

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94 %

Percentage of first-year students that choose to live on campus

At the University of Iowa.

6

Living Learning Communities

Based on major or interest.

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1,300+

Student Employees

Who work with University Housing and Dining.

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Designed to help you succeed

At Iowa, you’ll find a community that is built around your success—a place where you can expand your ideas, explore new interests and learn from those around you.

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