Housing and Residence Life

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Housing and Residence Life
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5312 USA
(269) 387-4735

Hall Information

Western Michigan University’s residence hall experience is more than a room with four walls. It’s about students coming together to form energetic communities with social connections in an environment designed to support your academic and Western success.

When you live in the halls, you:

  • Meet people.
  • Make memories.
  • Get connected to campus.
  • Have a wide selection food choices available 7 a.m. to midnight.
  • Get easy access to academic support.
  • Can attend activities and events right in your hall.
  • Enjoy the convenience of living in the heart of campus.
  • Become a true Bronco!

View the housing calendar.

Click here to view our mission statement, values and call to action plan.

Click here for more information on canceling a contract.

There are three room change periods for residence hall students (summer, fall and spring semester). Students may move within their existing building or to a new residence hall. Room changes are dependent on available spaces.

Students living in apartments are unable to change apartments during their contract.  During apartment sign up for the following year, there is a transfer option where students can pick a different apartment.

Click here for more information on changing rooms.

Housing and Residence Life is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive experience for all students. Recognizing that single-gender housing may not be appropriate or comfortable for everyone, Housing  offers Gender Inclusive Housing in both the residence halls and apartments. Click here to learn more.

Convenient laundry facilities are located in each residence hall and University apartment complex. Laundry rooms are equipped with large capacity, energy-efficient washers and dryers. Laundry is included in the housing charge, so there is no cost onsite to do laundry. Click here to learn more.

Click here for more information about mailing addresses, packages and outgoing mail services.

Click here to view the Residence Life Policy Book.

Click here to view 2023-23 room and board rates.

95% of students who live in residence halls feel safe. Click here to learn more.

Click here for a list of services provided through the residence halls.

Click here for information on single rooms.

Click here to view copies of business-related communication from Housing and Residence Life.

Learn more about the furniture that comes in typical residence hall rooms and on-campus apartments.

Click here for a guide on what to bring and what to leave at home.