An aerial rendering of the new buildings and green spaces that will comprise the Hilltop Village

Hilltop Village

By 2023, Western Michigan University will complete our most ambitious development to date. Hilltop Village will be a model of innovative design and includes a new student center, housing and dining facilities where Broncos can live, learn, network and play.

  • 8+ new distinct dining experiences

  • 197 living spaces housing 353 students

  • 40,000+ square feet of retail shopping

  • 6+ acres of open green space

  • Rendering of the exterior of the Arcadia Flats student apartment buildings

    Arcadia Flats

    Arcadia Flats is an innovative housing concept offering apartment-style options to meet the diverse needs of upper-level undergraduate and graduate students.

    Learn more about Arcadia Flats

  • Rendering of the bright, new student center on a raised hill with a winding sidewalk leading to it

    New student center

    WMU’s new Student Center and Dining Facility will provide a safe dialogue hub and a culture of civility, enriching students socially and intellectually.

    Read more about the new student center

  • Rendering of an open area showing a large brick walkway between buildings with the official WMU seal embedded in the brickwork

    Our vision for the future

    Brick by brick, we are building a stronger foundation. We’re creating the school of choice and a campus community that is focused on all aspects of student success.

    Dr. Edward Montgomery, President, 2018 State of the University Address

    Read the President’s entire address

  • Rendering of the Viewshed, a large green space with wide sidewalks

    An inviting campus gateway

    The central Viewshed will act as an active new gateway into campus, and be a highly visible public space that encourages use by students and visitors.