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The Residential Experience

Uniquely Northwestern.

Everything is within reach in your residential area, and your building is more than a place to sleep.

Incoming first-year students live in residence halls, residential colleges, and/or special-interest housing (including fraternities and sororities) during their first two years on campus and these options remain open to students throughout their time at Northwestern. All buildings are part of a residential area, each of which consists of a cluster of buildings with common features, services, and staffing. Students are encouraged to live beyond their building, enjoy nearby amenities, and get to know a wider circle of neighbors over meals and through programming.

Housing

female students in the dorm room
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unique campus residences

A few perks of campus living:

  • Internet
  • Cable TV
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 maintenance
  • Mail
  • Free laundry
  • Vending
  • 24/7 staff support

With buildings ranging in size from a few dozen to a few hundred residents, you’ll find the perfect place to fit in, both academically and socially. Regardless of where you live, you’ll find everything the campus has to offer within your residential area or nearby.

RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

Dining