Choose to #LiveWithBucky again next year and return to University Housing! Why? Because we’re built for and invested in your success—unlike an off-campus landlord—giving you more time for the things that matter to you, like studying, friends, and fun. Check out the steps to follow to return today:
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Why Return to University Housing?
Choose Your Space
Returning residents get to pick their exact space before new students, allowing you to select your same room, a new hall, a single, double, or triple, or with a lake view or near State Street. Additional options include joining any of our popular Residential Learning Communities, such as the International Learning Community and its language immersion houses, offering opportunities to enhance language skills or explore cultures.
Dining Options
Dining plans aren’t required for returning residents, but students can still select one if they wish or opt to eat without a dining plan in any of our locations.
Maintenance & Cleaning
Our Facilities staff handle maintenance and repair requests quickly and efficiently. Plus, we diligently clean all common spaces including bathrooms, hallways, lounges, and more.
Better Grades & On-Time Graduation
Statistics prove that students who live on-campus earn better grades and graduate sooner on average than those who live off-campus. It’s easy to see why: we offer advising, tutoring, classes, and quiet study spaces in residence halls.
Location & Events
Live near classes, work, and dining with quick and easy access to workout facilities, health services, and more. Plus, every year our staff plan over 3,500 events for students to relax, unwind, and meet new friends at, like trips to baseball games, canoeing and sailing, campfires at Picnic Point, or residence hall Olympics.
Services & Amenities
Laundry, 24/7 staff support, computer labs, cable TV, internet, furnishings, water, heat, and electricity are all included and available close to where you live.
Live with Friends
Create your own fun and familiar Wisconsin Experience and take over a cluster of rooms in your preferred residence hall—an option only available to returners.
Flexibility
Friends change, especially during your first year, and your choice of roommate or room might change, too. We can help you switch if needed. Considering studying abroad? No need to find a sub-letter or try to get out of a lease. We’ll allow you to cancel the spring semester part of your contract to make your departure simple.
Build Your Résumé
Make a lasting impact on campus and jumpstart your future by taking advantage of leadership and job opportunities. Be a House Fellow, Badger Buddy, student supervisor, intern, or peer mentor and live where you work while improving your skills.
"I liked the resources that Housing provides, such as dining, facilities, and tutoring help. I think there's an advantage to another year in Housing because having a sense of security and most things figured out for you is beneficial."
Abby Z. • Dejope resident (second year) • Cole/BioHouse resident (first year)
What'll It Cost?
Our rates are some of the lowest in the Big Ten. We take pride in minimizing our rates and dining costs while providing an exceptional experience for all residents. The projected rates listed below are per resident and include high-speed wireless internet, cable TV, appliances, furniture, utilities, staff, maintenance, and cleaning of bathrooms/common spaces.
- Residence Hall Room: ≈ $9,600 (rates vary, see full rates page for details)
- Dining Plan: $1,400 – $3,100 (optional)
- Returners may enroll in any of our three dining plan tiers or elect to pay as they go in any of our dining locations without a plan
- Returners that use their Wiscard in Housing Dining locations receive a 30% discount on prepared food and a 10% discount on pre-packaged food compared to non-resident prices
What's New Next Year?
- Starbucks opening in Smith Residence Hall (previously Newell’s Deli)
- Nicholas Recreation Center opens, Ogg Residence Hall Fitness Center reverts back to a lounge
- Sellery Residence Hall renovations begin
- Korean language house added to the International Learning Community in Adams
Still Deciding?
We’re here to help. We want you to make the most informed decision possible about where to live next year. If you have questions, check out our returning resident frequently asked questions or contact us if you don’t see your question answered.