Welcome to Housing & Residence Life at EMU

Housing and Residence Life provides the opportunities and experiences you can only get by living on campus. You will benefit from a supportive and student-centered environment as you live the full Eagle experience close to classes, academic resources, dining, and health and wellness services. 

New Apartments, Renovated Residence Halls

It's a great time to live on campus. EMU's transformative housing initiative, called Welcome Home, features the construction of two new apartment buildings (Lakeview and Westview) and the renovation of residence halls. To learn more, visit the Welcome Home website.

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Benefits of Living on Campus

National research suggests that students living on campus:

  • Earn higher GPAs
  • Are more involved with campus programs and organizations
  • Connect with professors and classmates
  • Stay enrolled
  • Are more satisfied with their overall college experience

Plus, you'll have the opportunity to live in our renovated residence halls or newly-built student apartments.

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NEW Lakeview & Westview Apartments

Imagine yourself in our brand-new campus apartments, where modern amenities await your every need. Enjoy individual private bedrooms, air conditioning, enhanced Wi-Fi, energy-efficient LED lighting, community spaces, and study spaces. Experience the perfect blend of spacious apartment living and the ultimate on campus convenience.

  • Available for Fall 2024

Visit Welcome Home Website

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