For Incoming Students

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Move-in is an exciting time for our first years students. Each June, we update our Move-in website with the latest news about your move to campus.

My Details

The My Details section of the Housing Portal keeps all your essential housing information in one easy-to-access place. Here’s what you’ll find:

  • University ID and Username – Your official UARK credentials at a glance.
  • Housing Application Progress – See which phases you've completed and what’s next.
  • Room Selection Time – If you’ve been assigned one, it will be listed here.
  • Arrival Appointment – Know exactly when you’re scheduled to check in.
  • Meal Plan Info – View your current or upcoming plan.
  • Contract Term – Check which academic term your housing contract covers.
  • Building and Room Assignment – See your assigned hall and room number.
  • Roommate Details – If assigned, you’ll see your roommate’s name and contact info.
  • Mailing Information – Find your mailing address and personal mail box (PMB) number.
This is your go-to dashboard for all your housing logistics. Check back regularly to stay up to date as you prepare for Move-In!

Freshman Residency Requirement

The University of Arkansas recognizes the benefits students receive from living on campus their first year.

All non-married, first-year students under 21 must live in University Housing unless they are living with a parent or guardian in a home 70 minutes from campus.

Students are not required to live on campus if they are admitted to the University of Arkansas as a transfer student from another post-secondary institution and have completed at least 24 credit hours at that institution.

New Freshmen Housing Assignment Priority

In compliance with this University of Arkansas System policy, new first-year students will be given priority on campus housing.

In addition to our 6,200 beds in 20 residential communities, first-year students may select housing options in the Cardinal and Marshall apartments based upon availability. First-year students should not contract directly with these apartments. Those contracts are handled through the University Housing contract.

Freshman Residency Exemption

In rare situations, a first-year student may appeal to be waived from the Freshman Residence Requirement.

Freshman Residency Requirement Exemption Request form must be completed to request an exemption. Approved exemption requested will be rare and granted only in unique circumstances.

Living With Parent Form

Students who choose to live with a parent or guardian at their home address within 70 minutes of campus can complete the Live With Parent form in the housing contracting portal.