Housing & Residence Life

Your Home at Western Kentucky University

The 2025-2026 Housing Application for new students is open. Learn More
The Winter Break Housing Application is available on the WKU Housing Portal via my.wku.edu. Learn More

About WKU Housing & Residence Life

When you live on campus at Western Kentucky University, you have the unique opportunity to live in community with Hilltoppers from down the road and across the globe. Our living options will enable you to learn about yourself and others, experience meaningful connections, and realize your peak potential. It's more than just a place to live!

The live-on experience is an essential part of your education at WKU.

All full-time undergraduate students are required to live on campus for two years. Some exemptions apply.

View the Required Housing Policy

Apply for Housing

New Students

Make your home on the Hill!

All full-time undergraduate students are required to live on campus for two years. Some exemptions apply.

Living Options

WKU Residence Halls, Apartments, and Living Learning Communities

Living Learning Communities

Find Your Community

Live with students who have similar academic or social interests as you. You'll live together on a residence hall floor and participate in activities tailored to meet your specific major or interests.