Spring 2026 Housing Application
Spring 2026 Application Opens: October 1, 2025. Available via the Housing Self-service portal.
Who Can Apply:
- First-Time Students
- Returning Students
Requirements for Returning Students:
- Must register for and maintain a minimum of 12 credit hours to live on campus.
- Exceptions apply for graduate students and graduating seniors enrolled in fewer than 12 credits needed to graduate in May 2026.
Class Registration Period: October 27, 2025 – January 16, 2026
Priority Deadline: October 31, 2025, at 11:59 PM
Deposit Payment:
A $300 non-refundable housing deposit is required. Applications submitted after October 31 may be waitlisted, based on space availability.
Intent to Return / Renew Housing
All current residents must complete the Intent to Return/Renew Form to indicate whether they plan to return after Thanksgiving break and reside on campus for Spring 2026. This includes residents of Spartan Suites.
The Intent to Return/Renew Opens: October 1, 2025. Available via the Housing Self-service portal.
Deadline to Submit: November 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM
- Even if you do not plan to return, the form must still be submitted.
- Students who are not returning must vacate their space and remove all belongings before checking out for Fall 2025 to avoid Spring charges and/or improper check-out fines.
How to begin?
To begin the housing application process, please read the information below carefully and complete the entire process. Your housing application will not be considered complete until you have submitted the finished housing application and paid the appropriate housing deposit. Both the housing application and the deposit must be received by the respective deadline to guarantee housing. Housing deposits are non-refundable.
Where To Apply
The housing application is available through the Housing Self-service portal.
The Housing Self-Service portal is compatible with most popular web browsing software, except for Apple Safari. This includes the most recent and commonly used versions of:
- Microsoft Edge
- Mozilla Firefox
- Google Chrome
Log-In Help
To log-in to the housing self-service portal you will use your MyNSU credentials. If you need assistance with logging in or setting up your password, please use the following resources.
Thank you for your interest in the Spartan Residential Experience!
Did you know that living on campus during your college years can be an exciting and rewarding experience? Living on campus provides great opportunities for our residents to interact with a diverse group of other students, create life-long friendships, build professional networks, find study groups, get actively involved, and enrich your daily life by immersion in the whole college experience. On-campus living is also convenient because of easy access to classes, faculty, dining options, student services, library, and campus activities! Added to the list is the fact that you pay one price for the cost of living, utilities, and a unique, transformative, and exciting residential experience! Our Housing & Residence Life team members are committed to fostering the supportive environment you need to succeed in your academic goals.
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