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On-Campus Housing

On-Campus Housing

Living on-campus is safe, convenient, and affordable. You’ll make friends, connections, and memories, discover countless ways to get involved and enjoy great amenities. You’ll even have an academic advantage—students who live on campus earn higher GPAs and are more likely to graduate on time.

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Apply for Housing

Get step-by-step instructions for completing your housing application, whether you’re a first-year, transfer or returning student.
Learn How to Apply
Maintenance Request Forum

Find Essential Housing Details

Info for New Students Learn about UNCW’s first- and second-year residence requirement and find a rundown of everything you need to bring (and the things you should leave behind). Discover Your On-Campus Home
Residence Halls See what our halls have to offer, from traditional shared rooms and suites to apartment-style accommodations. Explore the Halls
Moving In Get general info about moving into the residence halls plus specific term-by-term schedules as they become available. Plan Your Move

More than Just a Place to Sleep

Living on campus can challenge you to reach your full potential. Discover communities built around shared interests, job opportunities that offer practical experience, or the chance to flex your leadership skills.

Housing and Residence Life is part of UNCW’s Division of Student Affairs.

Important Dates

Table of important housing dates and deadlines
June 24 Summer Session 2 Residence Halls open at 10 a.m.
June 25 First day of Class Summer Session 2
July 4 Fourth of July (Summer Housing remains open)
July 24 Summer Session 2 Exams
July 25 Summer Session 2 Residence Halls close at 10 a.m.
August 15

First-Year Move-In Day 1

  • Cornerstone Hall 
  • Graham Hall
  • Hewlett Hall
  • Keystone House
  • Sandpiper Hall
  • Schwartz Hall
  • Terrapin Hall
August 16

First-Year Move-In Day 2

  • Belk Hall
  • Innovation House
  • Loggerhead Hall
  • Pelican Hall
August 17

Second-Year Move-In Day 1

  • Seahawk Landing
  • Seahawk Village
  • Seahawk Crossing
  • University Suites
  • Terrapin Hall
August 18

Second-Year Move-In Day 2

  • Plato's Lofts
  • The Cottages at College Acres
August 20 First Day of Class Fall 2025
September 1 University Holiday (Residence Halls Remain open)
October 4 Seahawk Saturday 
October 9-11 Fall Break (Residence Halls Remain Open)
November 26-29 University Holiday (Residence Halls Remain Open)
December 3 Last Day of Classes Fall 2025
December 4 Reading Day Fall 2025
December 5-11 Exams Fall 2025
December 12

Winter Break Begins

The following residence halls close at 3 P.M. 

  • Belk Hall
  • Cornerstone Hall
  • Graham-Hewlett Hall
  • Innovation House
  • Keystone House
  • Loggerhead Hall
  • Pelican Hall
  • Sandpiper Hall
  • Schwartz Hall
  • Terrapin Hall

The following residence halls will remain open during break 

  • Cottages at College Acres
  • Plato's Lofts Apartments 
  • Seahawk Crossing 
  • Seahawk Landing 
  • Seahawk Village
  • University Suites
December 12-13 Fall Commencement 2025
January 9 Residence Halls Open at 10 A.M. 
January 12 First Day of Classes Spring 2026
January 19 University Holiday (Residence Halls Remain Open)
March 28 Seahawk Preview Day
April 2-4 University Holiday (Residence Halls Remain Open)
April 30 Reading Day Spring 2026
May 1-7 Final Exams Spring 2026
May 8 Residence Halls close at 3 P.M.
May 8-9 Commencement 
Campus Living Handbook

This document is intended for print purposes. If you need this in another format, please contact Sophie Schrader at schraders@uncw.edu.

Housing-Related Info & Resources

Living Learning Communities Want to join a readymade community? LLC students live together, take common classes, and pursue share interests. Explore Our Communities
On-Campus Dining Want to know what’s cooking? Find a complete guide to campus dining facilities, meal plans, and mover. Discover Dining Options
Living Off Campus Interested in an off-campus apartment or house? Review rental listings and important info about safety, legal matters, and being a good neighbor. Learn About Life Off-Campus

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Contact Housing & Residence Life

Housing & Residence Life

Phone: (910) 962-3241
Fax: (910) 962-7032

housing@uncw.edu

601 South College Road
Wilmington, NC 28403-5959

Regular Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Summer and Winter Break Hours:
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

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