On-Campus Housing

Housing & Residence Life 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.

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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
April 29	Last Day of Class Spring 2026
April 30	Reading Day Spring 2026
May 1-7	Final Exams Spring 2026
May 1-10	Closet Cleanout
May 8	Residence Halls close at 3 P.M.
May 8-9	Spring Commencement 2026
May 10-May 17	Transition Housing in Schwartz Hall
May 17- June 16	Summer Housing 1 in Terrapin Hall
June 23- July 24	Summer Housing 2 in Terrapin Hall
July 24- Aug 10	Transition Housing in Schwartz Hall
Aug 12-Aug 16	Move-In 2026* (*by appointment only)
Aug 19	First Day of Classes Fall 2026
Sep 7	University Holiday (Residence Halls Remain Open)
Oct 8-10	Fall Break (Residence Halls Remain Open)
Nov 25-28	Thanksgiving Break (Residence Halls Remain Open)
Dec 2	Last Day of Class
Dec 3	Reading Day
Dec 4-10	Final Exams
Dec 11	The Following Residence Halls Close at 3PM: Belk Hall Graham-Hewlett Hall Sandpiper Hall Pelican Hall Terrapin Hall Loggerhead Hall Schwartz Hall Cornerstone Hall Keystone House Innovation House
Jan 8	Residence Halls Open at 10AM
Jan 11	First Day Of Classes Spring 2027
Jan 18	University Holiday (Residence Halls Remain Open)
Mar 1-7	Spring Break (Residence Halls Remain Open)
Mar 26-28	University Holiday (Residence Halls Remain Open)
Apr 28	Last Day of Classes
Apr 29	Reading Day
Apr 30-May 6	Final Exams
May 7	All Residence Halls Close at 3PM

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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