For Incoming Students
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 within 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.
Only credit hours taken after high school graduation count toward this exception.
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.
Freshman Residency Exemption
In rare situations, a first-year student may appeal to be waived from the Freshman Residence requirement.
Freshman Residency Exemption Request form must be completed to request an exemption. Approved exemption requests 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 must complete the Live With Parent form in the housing contracting portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Residency Requirements
All non-married, first-year students under the age of 21 are required to live in University Housing unless they are living with a parent or legal guardian in a residence located within 70 minutes of campus.
No. Students admitted as transfer students who have completed at least 24 credit hours at another post-secondary institution are not required to live on campus.
In compliance with University of Arkansas System policy, new first-year students receive priority for on-campus housing assignments.
In rare circumstances, first-year students may appeal for an exemption from the Freshman Residency Requirement.
Students must complete the Freshman Residency Exemption Request Form. Approved exemptions are rare and granted only in unique circumstances.
Students who will live with a parent or guardian at a residence within 70 minutes of campus must complete the Live With Parent Form through the housing contracting portal. Should be completed as soon as possible, but no later than June 1.
Housing Contract Information
Phase 1 of the Online Housing Contract for new first-year students opens on October 19 or 20th, 2026. Your individual time to start your contract is determined by:
- When you completed your University of Arkansas application
- Your state of residence
Additional information is available on the housing website.
Visit the Contract Dates page to view deadlines and opening dates for all contract phases.
Helpful Hint: Save the Contract Dates page to your favorites. There are five phases in the housing contract process.
NOTE: Only Phase 1 is time sensitive.
Phases 4 and 5 will open at a specific time and date for each student. Date/times
are available individually for each student and can be found under MyDetails in the
housing portal.
Phase 1 includes payment of the housing prepayment and processing fee. The date and time you complete Phase 1 helps determine your room selection appointment.
Phase 1 is the initial sign-up process. Be sure to save and complete all required steps successfully, as completion determines your room selection date and time.
Honors College Housing
No. Honors students receive room selection times based on when they complete Phase 1 of the housing contract.
Yes. Honors students may select any available residence hall on campus during their room selection appointment.
Additionally, Honors students have access to reserved spaces in halls such as:
- Hotz Hall (Full Building)
- Clark Hall (designated floors)
- Harding Hall (designated floors)
- Reid (designated floors)
- Maple Hill (Designated areas)
Yes. Non-Honors students may live with an Honors student in Honors-reserved spaces if:
- They are bonded roommates, and
- The non-Honors student has a high school GPA of 3.75 or higher at the time of room selection.
The University must have documentation of the GPA requirement before room selection begins.
You will not be eligible to select an Honors-reserved space, but you may still room with your Honors roommate in a non-Honors room space.
Fellowship Housing
Yes. Fellows have housing reserved in Hotz Hall.
Yes. Although space is reserved, Fellows must still complete the room selection process
Returning and Transfer Students
Returning and transfer students may begin the Fall 2027/Spring 2028 housing contract on:
November 17, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Living Learning Communities (LLCs)
A Living Learning Community is a group of students who:
- Live in the same residence hall
- Share a common academic interest or field of study
- Participating in leadership development opportunities
- Build community through activities and trips• Receive support from dedicated faculty and staff
LLCs help students make connections, build friendships, and feel more comfortable transitioning to university life.
The University currently offers three LLCs:
- Music
- Business
- Air Force ROTC
Students must apply and be accepted into an LLC.
Applications:
- Open November 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
- Have a priority deadline of January 5, 2027
Students will receive admission decisions in March.
Each LLC has designated rooms reserved within specific residence halls. Visit the LLC information page on the housing website to learn which halls are assigned to each community.
Yes. Living in the same residence hall is a fundamental part of the Living Learning Community experience.
No. Only students who belong to the same LLC may share a room.
However, non-LLC roommates may live in the same residence hall if space is available, though they cannot be assigned to the same room or floor.
Additional Questions
Visit housing.uark.edu for information about:
- Contract dates
- Housing options
- Residence halls
- Living Learning Communities
- Room selection processes
- Housing policies and requirements
The housing website is the best source for the most current and comprehensive information regarding University Housing.