Campus Housing
Welcome to Campus Housing
Make CWU your home and discover what it means to #LiveCentral. You're going to love it here. With community building, a wide range of dining options, activities every weekend, and historic downtown Ellensburg just minutes away, you’ll always find connection and belonging.
Login to the MyHousing portal to apply for housing, find your housing assignment, and see roommate information.
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Living in a residence hall at Central Washington University means living in a community of students. This community is a dynamic place, composed of various people with different values, cultures, lifestyles, and attitudes. Life living on campus will be an experience like no other.
Residence Halls
Explore our residence halls, see photos and amenities, and discover our Living Learning Communities.
On-Campus Apartments
Discover the convenience of on-campus living in one of our apartment complexes.
Housing Rates
CWU's on-campus housing rates for residence halls and apartments.
Housing Information and Applications
Learn about rates, view housing guides, and learn how to apply.
Breaks and Closings
Take note of upcoming breaks and closings for the academic year.
Move-In Days 2026
New, incoming students can find more information here.
Priority Selection
Returning residents, here's your chance to get first choice of living spaces for AY 26-27.
Resident Assistant Jobs
Resident Assistant Jobs at Central Washington University
About Us and Contact Info
Contact information, staff listing, and maintenance requests.
Applying for Housing
You will apply for housing after you have accepted an offer of admission. Explore our housing options to find the best fit for you and review our Housing Application Process. You will then complete your housing application through the MyHousing portal.
Housing Application InformationHousing News
Stay up-to-date with the comings and goings of Campus Housing with the information below.
Incoming Students
- Incoming students for Winter Quarter 2026 can still apply for housing! Winter move-in day is Sunday, January 4 starting at 12 noon.
- Learn more about our roommate process.
- Visit with us at upcoming events and tour the residence halls!
Current and Returning Students
- Current residents are eligible to select their 2026-2027 housing during Priority Selection starting January 12, 2026.
- Looking for new ways to get involved this coming academic year? Check out our Residence Hall Association (RHA)!
- Need Summer Break Housing? Applications go live in mid-May in the MyHousing portal.
Living Learning Communities
Here at Central Washington University, being part of a community is about making connections with others who have common interests. Living Learning Communities (LLCs) bridge a students' interests and goals with their campus living experience.
Learn More About LLCs
First Year Live-On Requirement
Central Washington University follows the guidance of the Washington Administrative Code. The WAC policy requires that all students under the age of 20, living outside of a commutable distance with a direct relative, having completed less than three quarters or two semesters of college credits post high school (Running Start credits do not count), or that are unmarried, must live in the residence halls. See the complete policy to know if you are required to live on campus or not.
Read the Full WAC Policy
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