Frequently Asked Housing Questions
Have questions about housing at Central Michigan University? We have the answers you need about living on campus at CMU.
Fall 2024
How do I reconfigure my bed in the residence halls?
Creating your ideal living space begins with choosing your bed configuration. At Central Michigan University, we offer four ways to transform your bed to help make your living space your own. Follow along the video below to learn the four different ways to configure your bed.
What is my on-campus address?
How do I submit a maintenance request?
You will use our work request system found on our services and amenities page to submit maintenance requests. The link to this system is also found on the back of the front door of each suite/unit.(CMICH log-in required)
Where can I find the Residence Life Handbook?
How do I change my meal plan?
The CentralCard Office is accepting meal plan changes for the fall semester through Monday, September 9. To make a meal plan change, please complete and submit the Meal Plan Change Request form.
When do the residence halls close for Thanksgiving Break?
The residence halls close promptly at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27.
Residence halls in the East Community (Celani, Emmons, Fabiano, Herrig, Saxe and Woldt Halls) remain open during Thanksgiving Break. CMU Dining operations are closed. Kitchenettes are available throughout the halls.
The residence halls reopen at noon on Sunday, Dec. 1.
When will the residence halls close for the fall semester?
The residence halls close promptly at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14. Residence halls in the East Community (Celani, Emmons, Fabiano, Herrig, Saxe and Woldt Halls) remain open during semester break for students registered for the spring 2025 semester. CMU Dining operations are closed during breaks. Kitchenettes are available throughout the halls.
The residence halls reopen at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 12.
When will Graduate Housing close for the fall semester?
Students who do not plan to return for the spring semester must move out by 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14. The apartments remain open during semester break for those registered for the spring 2025 semester.
Spring 2025
When do the residence halls reopen for the spring semester?
The residence halls reopen at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 12.
When do new spring 2025 students sign-up for housing?
After being admitted and paying your enrollment reservation deposit,
you'll be sent an email to your CMICH account containing our Residential Community Living Guide that contains
important housing information. Page 4 of the living guide explains how to apply.
The spring 2025 housing application will open in mid-October.
Learn more about the process and your next steps for housing at CMU.
When is move-in for new spring 2025 students?
Spring 2025 Move-In
The residence halls will reopen at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 12.
- Incoming spring 2025 residence hall students will check in at their front desk any time after 9 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 12.
- Incoming spring 2025 apartment students will check in at the Saxe/Herrig/Celani front desk any time after 9 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 12.
Can I bring someone with me to help move me onto campus?
Yes, you may bring family members or helpers to assist with the move-in process.
What is provided in my living unit?
To find a list of items provided in your living unit, click on your residential community below:
What are the dimensions of my living unit?
To find a list of items provided in your living unit, click on your residential community below:
What should I bring with me to campus?
To find a list of essentials to bring and items to leave at home, click on your residential community below:
What is the letter next to my residence hall room and Graduate Housing unit number?
The letter next to your room number represents the bedroom you are assigned to in your suite. The bedrooms are labeled above the door in each suite. You must move into your assigned bedroom at move-in. Bedrooms can no longer be changed.