This year, we have seen an exceptionally high level of interest in coming to UW-Madison and living on campus, so we do not anticipate having space in the residence halls for transfer students. Transfer students may consider Eagle Heights, a University Housing apartment community on the northwest end of campus. This community has a limited number of two-bedroom unfurnished apartments available. If you are interested, you can apply through the University Apartments leasing page.
Limited Availability for 2021-22
Due to high demand for the residence halls for the upcoming school year, on-campus housing options for transfer students will be limited in 2021-22. We hope to have more information for transfer students soon.
New to UW-Madison – Not College: Live in University Residence Halls!
As a transfer student, you may already be familiar with college life, but your transition to UW-Madison is a vital new opportunity to connect with fellow students and all that your new campus has to offer. University Residence Halls provide the best way to make those connections as you live among new friends and enjoy the conveniences and resources of life on campus.
University Residence Halls can help you find your place in a large university, adjust to new class sizes and instruction methods, and find resources around campus.
Where You Can Live
University Residence Halls offer convenient on-campus housing options for transfers, many of whom are sophomores, juniors, and seniors looking for an experience that fits this stage of their college career. Some transfer students request double rooms with a roommate, while others request a single room for privacy within a community.
Benefits of Living On-Campus
Transfer students in University Residence Halls enjoy all of the same convenient benefits of on-campus living, including:
- Dining – Residents enjoy a wide variety of food options at several marketplace dining locations
- Academics – Residents at all levels are shown to get better grades, benefitting from advising, tutoring, technology, and workshops in the residence halls
- Programs and Activities – Residents have many opportunities to participate in fun activities, attend social events, and get involved in their community
- Safety – Residents are protected by many security measures in the halls and around campus
- Location – Residents can choose from a variety of halls located in the lakeshore or southeast neighborhoods, close to classes, libraries, and recreational facilities
Find Out More
Housing Contract for Transfers
Transfer students are offered a contract for the University Residence Halls using the information provided to UW-Madison’s Office of Admissions & Recruitment as long as space remains available. If you are interested in living in University Housing please email our office for more information at assignMe@housing.wisc.edu after you are admitted to UW-Madison.
Advance Payment
Contracts for freshmen and transfers require a $75 non-refundable application fee in addition to a $225 advance payment that is paid when the contract is signed. Review the cancellation policy in our contract that specifies what must be met to qualify for a cancellation and details of the forfeiture schedule, if applicable. Your final Housing bill will be reduced by the advance payment you have made.