2024 – 2025 Housing Assignment Timeline & Details

Once you’ve been admitted to WOU, apply for Housing through your Housing Overview page on the WOU Portal. 

June – Roommate Matching. You will log back into your Housing Application to search and confirm your roommate.

End of July – Check your Housing Overview page for your Housing Assignment.

• Once you receive your housing assignment, log back into your Housing Application to complete Part 2 of the Housing application.  You will electronically sign your 2024-2025 Housing Contract.  This must be completed before you move in.  Make sure you read and understand the contract before you sign it. You will also be selecting your Meal Plan when you electronically sign your contract.
  Then be sure to also complete your Emergency Information Form found in your Housing Overview from the menu at the top. Both your Housing Contract & Emergency Form must be completed before you can move in.

Late August – Fall Class Registration will be checked.

• If you are not registered for classes (minimum of 6 credits for graduate students and 8 credits for under grad students) it may result in the cancellation of your housing assignment.  

Early September – Residential mailbox numbers are posted on Housing Overview Page. Do not ship anything until you arrive to campus.

September 22nd – Fall Move In! Instructions will be emailed later this Summer.

Check your WOU Email frequently!

Frequently Asked Housing Application Questions

Do I have to be committed to WOU in order to apply for housing?

No, you can still be making your decision on whether or not you’re coming to WOU. If your plans change, please email housing@wou.edu to cancel your housing applicaiton, please note your $50 housing application fee is non refundable.

How do I pay my $50 housing application fee?

You may make your payment online or call us at 503-838-8311 to pay with card over the phone.

Can I edit my room preferences I made on my housing application?

Yes, please email us at housing@wou.edu and we can edit your preferences for you. This must be done before July.

When am I assigned my room and roommate?

You will get your room assignment by the end of July! Applying early will give you the best chance to get your highest preferences when it comes to room type or building.

Roommate matching opens in June.  You will complete roommate matching questions when you complete your housing application.  Based on that information you will be able to match with other incoming students to find your best roommate match.  More information will be sent to you as it gets closer. You can also request someone you already know.

How will I be able to contact my roommate?

Your roommate information will be listed on your Housing Overview page right below your room assignment. It will also include their email so you may contact them.

Are first year students required to live on campus?

Students within one year of high school graduation are required to live on campus.  Living on campus for at least your first year can play a significant role in contributing to your success her at WOU. You will be part of a community and make connections with students and staff. Living on campus also means you are steps away from support services that will help with your transition to college life.

Other Things to Check Out

PACK Welcome!

PACK Welcome (Prepare, Advise, Connect, Know) is a series of orientation activities for admitted students beginning in the summer or fall. With personalized academic advising and a team dedicated to helping you prepare for campus life, PACK Welcome is your opportunity to get a jumpstart on your journey at Western.