University of Wisconsin–Madison

Undergraduate Housing

Living on campus is an essential part of the undergraduate experience at UW-Madison, and University Housing provides an environment that is built for your success. University Residence Halls are more than just “dorms” or places to live. They are unique communities full of resources, support, convenient services, events, and thousands of fellow Badgers.

We offer a variety of traditional residence halls, including options for focused learning communities and theme communities, with some of the lowest on-campus housing rates in the Big Ten. Each year, over 90 percent of UW-Madison’s first-year class chooses to #LiveWithBucky to jumpstart their Wisconsin Experience, and many return for a second year and beyond.

Badger Buddies helping with fall move-in

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Getting Started

Residents pose for a photo in Leopold Residence Hall.

Get your first year of college started right in the University Residence Halls!

Bucky works on a computer with some other students

Return to #LiveWithBucky on campus for another year of convenience and fun!

Residents laugh in a room in Barnard Residence Hall.

Live on campus as a new transfer to explore your new UW-Madison home!

Learn More

An aerial view of the Lakeshore Neighborhood at sunset

Learn about our residence halls with photos, comparisons, room info, and tours.

Bradley Learning Community residents pose for a photo during a roundtable dinner

Elevate your experience by living in one of our learning or theme communities.

students and Bucky in lounge area

Get the most out of living on campus with events, involvement, and supportive staff.

A Housing staff member smiles for a photo among packages on shelves

Enjoy the convenience of hall desks, maintenance staff, high-speed internet, TV, laundry, and more.

Students in the Greenhouse Community cooking.

Learn how to apply, view your contract, and manage your room assignment.

Aerial photo of Dejope Residence Hall

View rate information and manage your payments and deposits.