Welcome to University Residences Purdue University

OUR MISSION

Welcome Home

We deliver a residential campus experience that provides opportunities for personal growth through relationships.

We encourage the learning that occurs on the path toward giant leaps, launching Purdue students into the future as civic-minded global citizens.

LEADERSHIP AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

College is all about learning — but learning isn’t limited to the classroom. Residential Life staff are extensively trained to assist students through their transition to college and throughout their college experience, providing resources to ensure every student living with us can be successful at Purdue.

CLUBS

Each hall and apartment community has a club. All residents are members by virtue of paying dues, which are included in your housing payment. The clubs provide social, educational and leadership opportunities to residents while encouraging scholastic achievement, promoting engagement and fostering a spirit of unity within the residence.

Although each residence’s club has its own unique identity, most clubs sponsor activities such as movie nights, craft nights, talent competitions and intramural sports competitions.

Many additional leadership opportunities are available within University Residences including Residence Hall Association, National Residence Hall Honorary, UR Global and Multicultural Connections.

ENTERTAINMENT AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

University Residences offers spacious lounges and lots of recreational equipment such as big-screen TVs, ping-pong, pool and air hockey tables, arcade games and numerous recreation, study and group meeting areas.

ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE YOUR RESIDENCE

Purdue offers NCAA Big Ten athletics, a great lineup of touring shows, musicians, lectures and much more. Home to more than 1,000 student organizations, the Krach Leadership Center is steps away from our residences. The France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center offers extensive athletic and recreational facilities and is close to most of the residences, while Purdue Memorial Union features dining, bowling, billiards and much more.

RESIDENTIAL ACADEMIC INITIATIVES

In University Residences, we promote the academic success and intellectual development of our residents and strive to enhance their ability to graduate within four years. Residential Academic Initiatives provides academic enhancement through faculty-partnered engagement opportunities, residential learning connections and academic support programs within our residence halls.

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UNIVERSITY RESIDENCES

Purdue University strives to provide the absolute highest value in education. To meet the economic needs and provide for the academic and residential living/learning component of all of our residents, first-year students will rank their preferences of room types

We have a variety of room types to accommodate different roommate, living-style and budget preferences including individual, suite and semi-suite rooms and apartments, and options with or without air conditioning.

APPLY FOR HOUSING

The housing application portal will open in January. After accepting your offer of admission, please allow up to two business days to gain access to the housing application.

Housing rates may vary based on location, room size and amenities.

Students requiring special accommodations, including food allergies, should contact the Disability Resource Center office at 765-494-1247 or at drc@purdue.edu to discuss their particular housing needs.

Dining Made Easy

Purdue Dining & Culinary offers a variety of dining choices that combine convenience with delicious, nutritious food. You can choose from a number of dining locations close to class or home. Purdue Dining & Culinary, in conjunction with Purdue Food Company has select retail meal exchange locations.

See more information about meal plan options, Dining Dollars and more.

Connect with Purdue Dining & Culinary on Instagram to see students' dining favorites and dining updates.

Contact

University Residences Directors' Office

  • Smalley Center
  • 1225 Third Street | West Lafayette, IN 47907-2008
  • 765-494-1000
  • newres@purdue.edu

University Residences Alumni and Guest Center

  • University Residences Alumni and Guest Center
  • Cary Quadrangle Residence Hall
  • 1016 West Stadium Avenue | West Lafayette, IN 47906
  • 765-496-0278

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