Graduate Students
Graduate students have a busy academic schedule. Living on campus will allow graduate students to focus on their academic responsibilities. Being close to research buildings, the UTEP Library, faculty office hours, and on-campus support services contribute to the development of graduate students.
BENEFITS OF LIVING ON CAMPUS
- Amenities- All apartments are furnished, water, heating and cooling, Wi-Fi, electricity, and maintenance are included.
- Apartment-style housing - All of our residence halls are apartment-style housing with single and double-occupancy room-style options.
- Convenience - Computers and printers available in common areas. Access to the UTEP shuttle. Free laundry.
- Build New Friendships - Attend Housing and Residence Life events to connect and build friendships with members of the residential community.
Graduate Students Resident Application Timeline
October 15, 2025
2026-2027 Housing Application Available on the resident portal.
February 16, 2026
Room selection appointments will be published on the resident portal. This timeline pertains to New Graduate Students. Returning Graduate Students please view the Returning Resident Timeline.
MArch 2, 2026 – MAy 31, 2026
Room Selection opens on the resident portal.
After June 1, 2026
Students who did not select into a room assignment will be assigned based on the date their application is submitted. If no more spaces are available, the student will be added to a waitlist and will be assigned as rooms become available.
June 30, 2026
Last day cancel the housing application without penalty.
*There is no deadline to submit a housing application. We accept applications year round.
Take Your Next Steps
Once you are admitted to UTEP, activate your UTEP e-mail and visit the Resident Portal to submit your housing application.
- Start your application
Review and sign the housing contract and submit your housing application. - Search for roommates
If you have a preferred roommate in mind, you can create a roommate group in your housing application and select to live in the same apartment. If you do not have anyone in mind, search for potential roommates via the resident portal. - Room Selection
After submitting your application you will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to select your room. You will have the option of choosing where you will live your first year at UTEP. - Plan for move-in day
Move-in for Fall 2026 will start August 21, 2026. You will be able to select your move-in appointment starting August 1, 2026.
FAQ
When is the deadline to submit a housing application?
Am I signing a contract when I submit my housing application?
