A female student in a room in UT Tyler's Ornelas Residence Hall

Housing and Dining

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A Friendly, Welcoming Community Awaits

Create lasting memories and be at the center of the UT Tyler experience. Meet your new best friend during a residence volleyball game. Be only a stroll away from the latest campus barbecue. Organize a group session at your community’s study center — or on your very own deck. See how our picturesque location goes beyond classes and books and transforms into your neighborhood.

Housing at UT Tyler

UT Tyler designs our housing communities to give you a sense of independence, support and ease as you earn your degree. The majority of the more than 1,700 students who live on campus do so in apartment or townhouse-style residential communities equipped with private bathrooms and in-unit kitchens. We locate our residence halls and apartment communities close to classes, the library, the University Center and other facilities.

UT Tyler requires all students who have completed fewer than 60 credit hours at any junior college or university, including UT Tyler, to live on campus if facilities are available. For an exception, submit a waiver through the Housing Portal.

All Communities

From the quintessential college residential living experience to an off-campus alternative, find a UT Tyler housing community that fits your personality and lifestyle. Our six housing options range from double suites in a residence hall to four-bedroom townhomes — all outfitted with high-speed WiFi, laundry, TV streaming and other amenities.

Apply for Housing

Log into your student account to complete your application online. The easy step-by-step process takes you through room selection and your housing contract.

Bedspace and Roommate Preferences

State your room type preferences and fill out a roommate matching profile to increase your chances of getting your top choice. Though we cannot make guarantees, we do take preferences into account when assigning bedspace.

Rates

Housing rates vary on the community selected, as well as the number of bedrooms and bathrooms in your apartment or suite. UT Tyler bills all rates per student per semester.

Dining at UT Tyler

Whether you are looking for a quick snack or a satisfying multicourse meal, find delicious, healthy options for a wide variety of tastes and preferences across the UT Tyler campus.

On-Campus Dining Options

Farm-fresh food, name-brand chains or your go-to Starbucks drink — you can order it all at UT Tyler. Explore on-campus dining options, including favorites like Einstein Bros. Bagels and Chick-fil-A, and get a taste of The Met, our all-you-care-to-eat dining hall.

Meal Plans

Select from six different plans, including options with unlimited meals and bottomless cups. For maximum convenience, just swipe your Student ID to use your meal plan.

Nutrition and Allergy Information

Get a meal that’s right for you. Our dining facilities provide daily vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, nut-free and gluten-free choices, as well as options for other special diets, without sacrificing taste or nutrition. Our Everyday app lists all the information you need to find something safe and healthy.

More Resources

Not sure how early you can get coffee? Curious about our sustainability efforts? Questions about your meal plan? Get the answers you need, including information about special events, team members, menu items, health and wellness, and other resources.

Headline Key Housing, Residence Life and Dining Dates

August 17 Patriots Welcome Move-In (incoming first-time freshmen only)
August 18-20 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fall 2023-Spring 2024 Move-In
August 21 Start of Fall 2023 Classes
September 1 Last Day to Request a Meal Plan Change
September 1 Fall 2023 Census Date
September 9/23 - 10/9 (based on dept need) Spring 2024 RA/HA Applications Open
October 4 Top 25% Celebration
October 16 Spring 2024 Housing Application - Open 10 a.m.
November 1 2024-2025 Housing Application - First Time Freshman - Open 10 a.m.
November 1 Deadline to Cancel Spring 2024 Contract
(does not include fall 2023-spring 2024 contracts)
November 20 Deadline for Winter Break Sign-Up
November 20-24 Thanksgiving Break for Faculty and Students
December 1 Deadline for Graduating Seniors to Cancel Spring 2024 of Fall-Spring Contract
December 4-8 Winter Break Move-Out
December 8-9 Fall 2023 Graduation
  12/11 - 1/5 Winter Break Faculty and Students
January 2 2024-2025 Housing Application - Returning Residents - Open 10 a.m.
January 2 2024-2025 Housing Room Selection - Returning Residents - Open 10 a.m.
January 2 2024-2025 Application/Room Selection - All Students - Open 10 a.m.
January 11 Spring 2024 Move-In 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
January 16 Start of Spring 2024 Classes
January 29 Spring 2024 Census Date
March 11 Summer 2024 Housing Application - Open 10 a.m.
March 11-15 Spring Break for Faculty and Students
May 3-4 Spring 2024 Commencement
May 4 End Spring 2024 Semester
(Non-Summer 2024 students must check out of housing no later than 12 p.m. the day after last in-person final)
(Graduating students must check out of housing no later than 12 p.m. the day after commencement and complete a late stay request)
May 3-5 Move-In for Both Summer Session 1 & Long Summer
June 29-30 Move Out for Summer Session 1
August 3-4 Move Out for Long Summer
September 1 2024-2025 Housing Application Closed To All (except first-time freshmen)

On-Campus Facilities

Wherever you are on campus, you are only a quick and convenient stroll away from finding what you need to make the most out of your college experience. A quiet place to study, a snack break, an energizing gym glass or a fun cultural event is just around the corner.

The entrance to the Robert R. Muntz Library at The University of Texas at Tyler

Robert R. Muntz Library

Check out books and other materials, access scholarly journals and databases or ask a librarian for help with research strategies. The library also offers workshops, tutorials, study rooms and other services to meet your academic needs.

Common areas in the University Center at The University of Texas at Tyler

University Center

Welcome to the heart of campus. At the University Center, meet up with friends for dinner, host a club meeting for fellow students, discover a new hobby at an event or simply take a break from your busy schedule. In addition to dining facilities and lounges, the University Center also boasts the Patriot Zone, a gaming center and live performance space.

A group of male and female students play volleyball in the sand outside of the Liberty Landing Apartments at The University of Texas at Tyler

Campus Recreation

Take a break from the books and get your body moving! Pick a group exercise class to blow off some steam or tap into your team spirit with an intramural sport. Explore the great outdoors by hiking or ziplining with the UT Tyler Outdoor Adventure program. Whether you prefer the relaxing pace of a meditation class or the heart-pumping thrills of rock climbing, find it here.

The Barnes & Noble student bookstore at The University of Texas at Tyler

Bookstore

Stroll through the aisles for textbooks, supplies, dorm articles and more at UT Tyler’s official bookstore. Create a customized list of course materials and get a discount when you sign up for their mailing list.

Live the UT Tyler Experience

Discover a sense of community here at UT Tyler. Reach out for more information about on-campus housing and how to apply.